Another successful day at AirVenture in the books! We were honored to fly the PBY-5A in the opening flight for this evenings night show. Thank you to everyone who came out to see us today! The PBY will be on display all week, so if you haven't had a chance to see it, come on down!![]()
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If you missed watching it live yesterday, check out the recording of the Warbirds In Review presentation of our PBY-5A Catalina BuNo 2459 at EAA - The Spirit of Aviation AirVenture 2026 featuring Rob Collings and Joe Scheil at this link!
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Another featured tracked Cold War era vehicle for America’s Tank Demo Weekend on July 25-26, 2026 this weekend is the rarely seen M47 Patton - another new addition to our operational tank lineup… more info on the event at the link in our bio or at: www.americanheritagemuseum.org/event/americas-tank-demo-weekend-july/ ![]()
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The M47 Patton was developed during the early years of the Cold War to provide the U.S. Army with a more capable main battle tank while newer designs were still in development. Entering service in 1952, the M47 combined the hull of the M46 Patton with a newly designed turret featuring an improved 90mm gun and advanced fire control equipment for its era. Although it saw only limited service with U.S. forces before being replaced by the M48 Patton, the M47 became one of the most widely exported American tanks of the 1950s. It served with more than two dozen allied nations through NATO and military assistance programs, remaining in frontline service in some countries for decades. The M47 participated in numerous Cold War conflicts and regional wars across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. Its widespread adoption helped strengthen allied armored forces and made it an important symbol of American military cooperation during the Cold War.![]()
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Day two of Oshkosh is coming to a close and we are so excited to help kick off the nighttime show tomorrow! If you would like to see the PBY-5A in the air, come on out for the opening flight at 8:00pm CDT, tomorrow, July 22nd! Hope to see you there!![]()
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Join us virtually for "Warbirds in Review" LIVE and hear all about our PBY-5A Catalina here at EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh by following the link below!![]()
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Capital Campaign 2018
Since 1979, the Collings Foundation has led the way in the creation and operation of the nation’s most engaging living history events focused on aviation, military, and transportation history. Through nationwide programs like the Wings of Freedom Tour, the Vietnam Memorial Flight, and the annual local events at our Stow, Massachusetts headquarters, we have directly impacted millions of people.
The Collings Foundation is nearing completion with one of our most ambitious projects to date – construction of the new American Heritage Museum at the Collings Foundation campus in Stow, MA. Designed to world-class museum standards, the facility displays 85 of the most historically significant military vehicles and equipment from the Jacques M. Littlefield collection in an immersive and engaging environment, bringing history alive for visitors. The 73,000 square foot facility is a major addition to our Stow, MA facility and the American Heritage Museum will host visitors from all over the world and be an educational facility that is open each week to school children, educators, researchers, and the general public.
Your Support is Needed!
Though the construction of the American Heritage Museum is moving forward at a rapid pace, there is still a lot more to be done – and we need your help.
The American Heritage Museum is designed to be different than other museums. While many museums focus on the major artifacts alone, the AHM focuses on the story of warfare as seen through the eyes of those who fought and the artifacts become the catalysts for discussion, education, and understanding. Through the hard work of our design and curatorial team, the immersive educational experience will be unique for all who visit.
Such an ambitious project comes at a cost – and your help is critical to our success!
The extensive research, design, production, and construction of the display environment requires time and capital to complete to transform the collection into the world-class vision of the American Heritage Museum. Your generosity provides the momentum needed to open the American Heritage Museum in late 2018!
How Can I Help?
The American Heritage Museum Capital Campaign is underway. As a 501c(3) non-profit educational foundation, every dollar donated to the Collings Foundation toward the AHM Capital Campaign is tax-deductible. You may make a one-time donation, or a monthly sustaining donation online at the link below:
To make a donation to the American Heritage Museum Capital Campaign, please visit the link here.
American Heritage Museum Founders Society
A variety of giving opportunities for both individuals and corporations are available to help fund the display build-out. Individuals may become members of our Founders Society to take their donation even further and receive permanent recognition, valuable benefits for experiences with the operating artifacts, and exclusive access once the museum is complete in 2018.
- Bronze Star – $2500 to $4999
- Silver Star – $5000 to $9999
- Gold Star – $10,000 to $24,999
- Platinum Star – $25,000 to $99,999
- Diamond – $100,000 to $999,999
- Medal of Honor – $1 Million and up
To become a member of the AHM Founders Society, please click here.
Naming Opportunities and Corporate Sponsorship
Corporations, foundations, or family trusts may wish to consider a naming opportunity for funding a gallery, exhibit, or theater – thus creating a lasting legacy to be seen by millions. There are a number of naming opportunities available
Just as our American citizens have stepped up to support our nation in wartime, we know that dedicated supporters like you will also step up to fulfill the need. Support our American Heritage and please donate today!
Contact Us for Information on All Opportunities
For more information on all giving opportunities, please contact Ryan Keough, Director of Donor Relations and Development at 978-562-9182 or rkeough@collingsfoundation.org. To give a donation online, please visit this link to the American Heritage Museum Capital Campaign.
Be part of our American Heritage – Give today!
Please mail checks to:
Collings Foundation
Attn: AHM Capital Fund
P.O. Box 248
Stow, MA 01775
