Today is Rosie the Riveter Day, honoring the iconic symbol of female empowerment during WWII. Rosie represented the millions of women who entered industrial jobs, proving their strength and capability. Despite facing discrimination, they paved the way for workplace rights and gender equality. Rosie’s legacy lives on in today’s fight for equal pay, representation, and opportunity—reminding us: “We Can Do It!”![]()
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#americanheritagemuseum #rosietheriveter #rosietheriveterday #celebratewomen #womenshistorymonth #inspiringwomentoday #worldwarii #wwii #arsenalofdemocracy
One of the goals of the American Heritage Museum is to encourage our visitors to learn about the veterans in your own family and reflect on the experiences they went through during their service. When we first started, our focus was on our World War II veteran community, but sadly, many of our WWII veterans are no longer with us and many family members only learned about their service after their passing. Think of the WWII veteran that was in your life... family or friend. What is the one question you'd ask them today if they were still with us? Such questions may inspire others who have veterans in their life to ask the same and keep their stories alive. ![]()
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Please share your questions in the comments. ![]()
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Photo of WWII B-24 pilot Frank Tedesco (1921-2020), 451st BG and friend of the Collings Foundation via Emily Clark - Wicked Local (2013)![]()
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That old saying “the devil is in the details” certainly holds true for the ongoing restoration of Consolidated PBY-5A Catalina BuNo 2459 in New Smyrna Beach, FL at American Aero Services. Though the exterior restoration is mostly complete, the interior restoration to bring the aircraft back to accurate 1942 wartime configuration has been an enormous task that has tested the skills of the restoration crew led by project manager Casey Littrell. Because the aircraft arrived from Europe with little original equipment, nearly all of the interior components have either had be found or fabricated. And considering the early vintage of this PBY, original equipment is scarce… so just sourcing the materials is a monumental task in its own right. And for items that need to be fabricated, finding original drawings or photos to accurately reconstruct items is an additional challenge... (continued)![]()
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The American Heritage Museum is pleased to announce the launch of our first BSA Merit Badge Program for Scouting America for the American Heritage Merit Badge. Learn More at: bit.ly/43DVnDd![]()
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Every Scout swears to an oath that includes duty to their country. The American Heritage Merit Badge encourages a better understanding of American heritage, learn the ways in which the past has lead to our present nation, and truly knowing what it means to be an American.![]()
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The American Heritage Merit Badge at the American Heritage Museum is a three-hour long program, which includes museum admission and a guided tour for scouts and leaders. By the end of the program (prerequisites required) the scout will have completed all requirements to earn the merit badge. The program is conducted by a registered BSA Merit Badge Councilor. A minimum of 10 scouts and 2 BSA registered adults is required per session and adults may be asked to assist.![]()
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The program cost is $40 per Scout and BSA registered adults are free. To learn more about the program and to schedule, see: bit.ly/43DVnDd
Presentation on the Six Triple Eight today at the American Heritage Museum! Starts at 1pm. Hope you can make it. See: www.americanheritagemuseum.org/event/speaker-series-the-six-triple-eight-all-black-all-female-bat...
Corporate Memberships at the American Heritage Museum
History comes to life at the American Heritage Museum as the stories of those who served is combined with the technologies that emerged from times of war and peace. Our Corporate Members are important annual partners with us to help grow our programs, exhibitions, classes, and events through the year.
As a Corporate Member, you’ll enjoy premium benefits ranging from free and discounted admission as well as enhanced access to special events and exclusive tours and entertaining opportunities. Please explore the Corporate Membership levels below to find the best fit for your organization.
For further information or to enroll, please email or call Ryan Keough, Director of Development, Membership, and Corporate Relations at rkeough@collingsfoundation.org or 978-562-9182 x203.
SMALL BUSINESS CORPORATE MEMBERSHIP
$650 Annual (Fewer than 30 employees)
2 Corporate Membership Courtesy cards granting free admission, 10% discounts to the Museum store, free entry to summer monthly event weekends, and 5% discount on tank driving and riding experiences.
10 additional Museum admission passes
$5 discount on additional adult ticket purchases, $3 off child/senior with valid corporate ID
Host meetings & gatherings at American Heritage Museum **
Acknowledgement in the Annual Report and on our website
CORPORATE SUPPORTER MEMBERSHIP
$3,500 Annual
4 Corporate Membership Courtesy cards granting free admission, 10% discounts to the Museum store, free entry to summer monthly event weekends, and 5% discount on tank driving and riding experiences.
30 Museum single entry admission passes
10 Premium vouchers for Battle for the Airfield in October
$5 discount on additional adult ticket purchases, $3 off child/senior with valid corporate ID
Host meetings at the American Heritage Museum **
Acknowledgement in the Annual Report and on our website
CORPORATE PARTNER MEMBERSHIP
$5,000 Annual
6 Corporate Membership Courtesy cards granting free admission, 10% discounts to the Museum store, free entry to summer monthly event weekends, and 5% discount on tank driving and riding experiences.
40 Museum single entry admission passes
20 Premium vouchers for Battle for the Airfield in October
1 private VIP behind-the-scenes tour of the Museum, aircraft hangar, and car collection, exploring interior of three select tanks – good for up to 12 people per tour
1 entertaining opportunities in the Pergola Garden **
$5 discount on additional adult ticket purchases, $3 off child/senior with valid corporate ID
Host meetings at the American Heritage Museum **
Acknowledgement in the Annual Report and on our website
CORPORATE LEADER MEMBERSHIP
$10,000 Annual
8 Corporate Membership Courtesy cards granting free admission, 10% discounts to the Museum store, free entry to summer monthly event weekends, and 5% discount on tank driving and riding experiences.
100 Museum single entry admission passes
50 Premium vouchers for Battle for the Airfield in October
2 private VIP behind-the-scenes tours of the Museum, aircraft hangar, and car collection, exploring interior of three select tanks – good for up to 12 people per tour
$5 discount on additional adult ticket purchases, $3 off child/senior with valid corporate ID
10 Exclusive 50% Discount Vouchers on Tank Drive / Tank Ride Programs **
2 entertaining opportunities in the Pergola Garden **
Special events concierge available to help with your events at the Museum
Host meetings at the American Heritage Museum **
Acknowledgement in the Annual Report and on our website
1 print ad in our annual magazine
** All additional event costs assumed by the Corporate Member. Details subject to vehicle and staff availability
