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Did you know that our TBM-3E Avenger currently on display in our annex hangar during special event weekends operated as a fire bomber / sprayer in civilian service after WWII and before we restored it from 1984-1986? Here is a photo of it in 1978 courtesy of the Warbird Information Exchange (WIX) and Warbird Resource Group as taken by Martin Kyburz - it certainly looks a lot different today! See more photos of the TBM both before and after restoration at: www.warbirdregistry.org/avengerregistry/avenger-91733.html ... See MoreSee Less
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Today we celebrate the birthday of Harriet Quimby, one of America’s great aviation pioneers. Born on May 11, 1875, Quimby became the first American woman to earn a pilot’s license in 1911 and quickly captured national attention with her skill, courage, and unmistakable purple flying suit.In 1912, she made history again as the first woman to fly solo across the English Channel, piloting a Blériot XI, the same type of early aircraft now on display in the American Heritage Museum’s annex hangar. Her achievement came just years after the dawn of powered flight and helped inspire generations of women in aviation.The included photo shows Connie Tobias, pilot and Harriet Quimby re-enactor, flying the AHM Blériot 20 years ago, bringing Quimby’s remarkable legacy back to life.#HarrietQuimby #AviationHistory #WomenInAviation #AmericanHeritageMuseum #BleriotXI #LivingHistory ... See MoreSee Less
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On this day in 1940, Germany launched its invasion of Western Europe. Aircraft, tanks, motorized units, and communications helped change the pace of warfare in the opening phase of the Battle of France. The American Heritage Museum has several notable artifacts on display related to the Battle of France including the German Panzer 1 tank and the British Matilda Mk.II. Additionally, the museum is currently restoring an original German Junkers Ju 87D-5 Stuka in the Czech Republic and a German Heinkel He 111H-3 bomber in Florida for eventual display - both key aircraft used by Germany in its Blitzkrieg tactics. Learn more about the Battle of France by visiting us today! ... See MoreSee Less
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On this day in 1945, Victory in Europe Day marked the end of World War II in Europe. For millions, it meant liberation, relief, grief, and the beginning of rebuilding after years of destruction. The American Heritage Museum has one of the largest collections of tanks, military vehicles, and artifacts from the European Campaign and we invite you to come and explore more! ... See MoreSee Less
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M24 Chaffee WWII Light Tank Ride Gift Certificate

Get a gift experience of a tank ride for three persons aboard the M24 Chaffee Light Tank at the American Heritage Museum in Hudson, MA. One rider will be assigned to the hull gunner position and the other two riders will be positioned in the turret for a thrilling 10 minute ride around our tank operating course by one of our professional tank drivers. Perfect for the World War II enthusiast in your life!

Gift Certificates never expire and covers the cost of the ride package, even if prices increase in coming years.

Gift Certificates come in handsome presentation folders with a frameable certificate along with redemption instructions and other materials from the American Heritage Museum – a perfect package for a gift! Certificates are sent as a physical mail package to either the giver for a gift at a later date, or it may be directly mailed to the recipient with a gift message.

All proceeds from our WWII tank experience programs benefits the American Heritage Museum, a 501c3 non-profit organization. All donations for tank experience programs are considered a tax-deductible contribution.

Restrictions: All gift certificates are redeemed at the American Heritage Museum in Hudson, MA. For safety, all riders must be at least 5′ tall and be physically able to board and disembark from the tank without assistance. Due to physical constraints, all riders must have good mobility. All riders under the age of 12 should be accompanied by an adult.

Program Cost:
$595 Package for a Three Person Ride
(tax-deductible donation)

Order a gift certificate at the button below
or call 978-562-9182 to order.
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OPEN ALL WEEK FOR SPRING BREAK - Including Patriots Day on Monday 4/20 and Tuesday 4/21

The American Heritage Museum is open all week, Monday 4/20 through Sunday 4/26 for the MA Schools Spring Break Week. The museum is open 10am to 5pm daily.