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THIS WEEKEND: WWII IN THE PACIFIC COMES TO LIFE - ahmus.me/Pacific2026Join us, rain or shine, this Saturday and Sunday, August 22-23, at the American Heritage Museum for our WWII in the Pacific Re-Enactment Weekend, featuring two full days of living history, historic military vehicles, aircraft, demonstrations, and a dramatic recreation of an island battle in 1944.At 1:00 PM each day, American and Imperial Japanese forces will clash on the re-enactment field in a live WWII battle featuring infantry, military vehicles, and aircraft overhead. For the first time, see “Tora 101,” a replica Japanese A6M Zero built for the film Tora! Tora! Tora!, take to the skies alongside our Stinson OY-1 observation aircraft, weather permitting.Explore authentic Pacific War encampments throughout the day, meet the re-enactors, experience living history demonstrations, and add a WWII tank or half-track ride to your visit.Saturday & Sunday, August 22-239:00 AM to 5:00 PMBattle Re-Enactment at 1:00 PM each dayAmerican Heritage Museum, Hudson, MassachusettsYour admission includes access to the American Heritage Museum, Historic Aviation Hangar, and Classic Automobile Barn.This weekend only. Make your plans now and get your tickets before you arrive!Tickets and event details at: ahmus.me/Pacific2026 ... See MoreSee Less
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TOMORROW — Heritage & Horsepower at the American Heritage Museum! Info & Tickets at: ahmus.me/hhcs26Join us Saturday, August 8 for an incredible day of classic, exotic, and specialty automobiles alongside our world-class collection of tanks, military vehicles, historic aircraft, and vintage race cars!The Heritage & Horsepower Fundraiser Car Show runs from 11:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m., with the museum open 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.Best of all, event proceeds support our Fuel Our Field Trips program, helping underserved students experience history firsthand.Make your plans now and join us tomorrow!Get tickets and details:www.americanheritagemuseum.org/event/heritage-horsepower-fundraiser-car-show/ ... See MoreSee Less
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TOMORROW NIGHT — Don’t Miss History After Hours! Info & Tix at: ahmus.me/afhr0826Join us at the American Heritage Museum for Evolution of the Main Battle Tank with retired U.S. Army tanker Gregg Pomerleau.Explore the progression from the M26 Pershing and Patton series through the M60, M551 Sheridan, and M1A1 Abrams during this special walking presentation through the museum and outdoor tank operations ramp.Thursday, August 6Museum Open: 5:00–8:00 p.m.Presentation: 6:00–7:30 p.m.Included with standard admission. Members attend free. Get your tickets today - link in first comment. ... See MoreSee Less
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You can help bring history to life for thousands of Massachusetts students.

The “Help Fuel Our Field Trips” campaign supports the American Heritage Museum’s School Field Trip Grant Fund, which provides critical funding for transportation and admission for financially challenged schools across the region.

Field Trips Make a Huge Difference for Students

Field trips to the American Heritage Museum aren’t just exciting days out — they’re transformational learning experiences. Designed to align with the Massachusetts History and Social Science Curriculum Framework, our exhibits take students on a powerful journey through American and world history — from the Revolutionary War to modern conflicts — through authentic artifacts, detailed dioramas, and compelling personal stories. Additionally, our recently added interpretive exhibits on the Holocaust teach about past genocides and other atrocity crimes illustrates the dangers of antisemitism, racism, and all forms of discrimination and dehumanization.

For many students, especially those from under-resourced schools, these visits offer a rare and meaningful connection to the past — the kind of experiential learning that inspires empathy, critical thinking, and a lifelong appreciation for history.

With your support, we can ensure that every student, regardless of background, has the opportunity to step into history and explore the events, people, and ideas that shaped the world we live in today.

Use the options below to give today and help us make field trips accessible for as many students as we can!

 

Make a Donation to the Fuel Our Field Trips Fund Online

Make a donation online to support the Fuel Our Field Trips Fund to benefit the 2025-2026 school year.

Make a Donation Online

Make a Donation to the Fuel Our Field Trips Fund by Mail / Check

Make a donation by mail to support the Fuel Our Field Trips Fund for trips during the 2025-2026 school year!

Make a Donation by Mail

Other Ways to Donate

Don’t forget that you can also give through a Donor Advised Fund (DAF), donate appreciated stock, or even cryptocurrency to support the effort too! Learn how at this link to our Smart Giving website or contact Ryan Keough, Vice President of Institutional Advancement at 978-562-9182 x203 or email rkeough@americanheritagemuseum.org to discuss.

If you are interested in sponsoring a full field trip for a specific school or district, please also contact us to learn how you can do this.

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NO GENERAL ADMISSION SATURDAY AND SUNDAY - Event Tickets for WWII in the Pacific Weekend Event Only

If you are visiting this weekend, Saturday, August 22 and Sunday, August 23, please purchase tickets for WWII in the Pacific Re-Enactment Weekend at the link below from 9am to 5pm daily. All museum buildings, including our annex buildings, are included in one ticket. There is no General Admission to just the American Heritage Museum this weekend. The event is RAIN OR SHINE.