We are thrilled to announce that our PBY-5A has arrived to make it's airshow debut at EAA AirVenture 2026! Expect plenty of content surrounding this beautiful airplane over the next few days!![]()
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If you are attending Oshkosh, come on out and pay us a visit on Warbird Alley!![]()
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We’re on our way to EAA AirVenture Oshkosh with Consolidated PBY-5A Catalina BuNo 2459 and the crew is spending the hours documenting what it was like to fly long patrols on the slow PBY. Here is a glimpse of some of the interior “comforts”, defensive positions, and views. Of course, in the 1942 North Atlantic, shorts and T-shirts would have been swapped for shearling coats and flight suits. Enjoy the clips! #wwii #pbycatalina #eaaairventure #warbirds #navalaviation
The PBY-5A Catalina BuNo 2459 is on its way to EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh, WI from Florida! The crew is passing through Georgia now and will be working into the Midwest for an overnight along the way. On the way out of Florida, the PBY flew over P-8 Poseidon's at Cecil Field - the same mission, 84 years apart! Before departure, we got a photo of the team at American Aero Services who worked on the PBY - there were many others that helped over the seven year span, but their dedication and excellence in craftsmanship truly made #2459 singular in regards to originality - thank you for everything, American Aero Services!
If you're interested in supporting the PBY-5A and showing your love for the airplane, please shop our new online gift shop with our PBY 2459 Merch! Go to:
Consolidated PBY-5A Catalina BuNo 2459 Collection
ahmgiftshop.org
Support the ongoing operation of Consolidated PBY-5A Catalina BuNo. 2459 - the oldest PBY flying and the highest scoring PBY in existence! Restored and operated by the American Heritage Museum, here i...
The American Heritage Museum is proud to report that Consolidated PBY-5A Catalina BuNo 2459 took its first post-restoration flight on July 6, 2026 from New Smyrna Beach, FL after a seven-year restoration back to 1942 configuration by American Aero Services. The PBY is heading to the EAA AirVenture Oshkosh Fly-in and Airshow this weekend and will be on display July 20-26 in Oshkosh, WI. For more information, please see the news article on our website.![]()
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Event Rentals & Meetings
Conveniently located between the Boston, Massachusetts and Worcester, Massachusetts metro areas, and nestled in the rural landscape of Stow, Massachusetts, the American Heritage Museum and facilities of the Collings Foundation are a unique venue for meetings and events for many local, national and international businesses. Our facilities can accommodate a wide variety of gatherings. We currently have the following venues available:
American Heritage Museum Main Galleries
For a memorable event surrounded by history, it is hard to beat the American Heritage Museum main galleries. Guests can interact with our exhibits featuring tanks, military vehicles, and aircraft spanning nearly 100 years under one roof. An installed screen and projector on the East side of the gallery is available for formal programs and presentations.
Capacity: Up to 200 seated dinner, 300 cocktail / appetizer format.
Availability: Daytime Events (9am-5pm) Mondays and Tuesdays only. Evening Events (5pm-11pm) 7 days a week. Year-Round.
American Heritage Museum Conference Room
More intimate gatherings, our conference room with post & beam decor and a glass top table made from the uncovered wing of a WWII biplane trainer is perfect for small meetings and luncheons. Features a 70″ LCD screen with HDMI ports for presentations. Can be combined with discounted admissions tickets for guided tours of the American Heritage Museum.
Capacity: Up to 14 at table. Up to 10 additional seats along walls could be accommodated.
Availability: Daytime Events (9am-5pm) 7 days a week. Evening Events (5pm-11pm) 7 days a week. Year-Round.
Seasonal Aircraft Hangar
Available in fair weather seasons, our Aircraft Hangar is available for informal gatherings and catered events for up to 200 persons. Featuring aircraft and race cars from 1909 through the 1940’s, our seasonal hangar is a fun gathering space that affords visitors the ability to see artifacts not on current display in the American Heritage Museum. The large hangar doors can be opened to expand interior space out to our grass runway.
Capacity: Up to 200 seated, 400 cocktail / appetizer format.
Limitations: Hangar is not climate controlled and subject to changing temperatures. No internal restroom facilities (portable restroom rentals required). Mezzanine levels are not ADA compliant. Lighting for evening events is limited – additional lighting rentals required.
Availability: Daytime Events (9am-5pm) 7 days a week from May through October. Evening Events (5pm-11pm) 7 days a week from May through October.
Outdoor Events
Our expansive outdoor grounds are available for outside events in fair weather seasons, for up to 500 persons in tented or open environments. The flat turf of our grass runway is bordered by tall, mature trees and overlooks parts of the Assabet River. For more intimate gatherings, a pergola garden covered by lush seasonal flora is perfect for outdoor functions of 20-30 persons. An open field with separate access to our entrance road can accommodate parking for up to 300 cars.
Capacity: Up to 300 seated, 400 cocktail / appetizer format.
Limitations: Subject to weather. No permanent restroom facilities (portable restroom rentals required). Tent rentals not included in facility rental.
Availability: Daytime Events (9am-5pm) 7 days a week from May through October. Evening Events (5pm-11pm) 7 days a week from May through October.
Types of Events
Our spaces are ideal for conferences, fundraisers, receptions, private parties, sales meetings and company outings. At this time, the American Heritage Museum does not book weddings.
Contact Us Today!
Our staff will work with you from beginning to end to plan and host your event and can provide recommended caterers and vendors with experience in our facilities to help your planning process. Please contact Ryan Keough, Director of Development, Membership, and Corporate Events at rkeough@collingsfoundation.org or 978-562-9182 to inquire.
