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The answer to the “What is it? Wednesday” question from April 16th is spare tracks mounted to the back left side of our M5A1 Stuart! Have any of you ever changed tank tracks?Stay tuned for the next “What is it? Wednesday” question tomorrow, April 23rd at 10:00 am EST!#americanheritagemuseum #whatisitwednesday ... See MoreSee Less
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Patriots’ Day, observed annually on the third Monday of April, is a holiday with deep roots in American history. It commemorates the beginning of the American Revolutionary War and honors the brave individuals who took the first steps toward the founding of the United States. Though it originated in New England, its meaning resonates far beyond state borders, serving as a reminder of the enduring values of courage, resistance to tyranny, and the pursuit of liberty.Patriots’ Day was first proclaimed in 1894 by the Massachusetts legislature, replacing the state’s April 19th Fast Day. It was created to honor the battles of Lexington and Concord, fought on April 19, 1775—events often called “the shot heard ’round the world.” These skirmishes marked the beginning of the Revolutionary War, when colonial militias stood up against British troops in defense of their rights and homes.Read More at: www.americanheritagemuseum.org/2025/04/patriots-day-and-why-we-celebrate-it/ ... See MoreSee Less
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What is your favorite WWII era naval aircraft and why?Join the conversation and share your thoughts! 💭 Each week, We're posing a question about historical military vehicles, and we want YOU to weigh in. Whether you’re a history buff, or just curious—we want to hear your thoughts! Leave a comment below to cast your vote! 👇#history #shareyourthoughts ... See MoreSee Less
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Looking for an epic museum experience with the family over April school break? Bring them to the American Heritage Museum! We will be open all next week. ... See MoreSee Less
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Here is this week’s challenge for “What is it Wednesday?” - What is it?!Thanks to everyone who played last week… the answer for April 9th is an oar from our German Type 166 Schwimmwagen… see the previous post for the full details!Good luck on this week’s challenge! #americanheritagemuseum #historymuseum #visitma ... See MoreSee Less
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IHI / AHM Speaker Series: “Unwearing of the Green: Republican Skeletons in Ulster Protestant Closets”

March 18, 2021 @ 12:00 pm, ending 1:30 pm

Free

By Professor of Modern History at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev. He has held senior research fellowships at Trinity College Dublin, University of Notre Dame, Central European University, University of Oxford, and was the Burns Scholar at Boston College.
He specializes in the study of remembering and forgetting, notably in Ireland. His books Remembering the Year of the French: Irish Folk History and Social Memory (Wisconsin) and Forgetful Remembrance: Rebellion in Ulster (Oxford) have won multiple awards.

Time: Mar 18, 2021 12:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
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Meeting ID: 921 3244 7880
Passcode: 979161

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March 18, 2021
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12:00 pm, ending 1:30 pm
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OPEN ALL WEEK FOR SPRING BREAK - Including Patriot's Day on Monday 4/21 and Tuesday 4/22

We will be open all week for MA Spring Break Week from Monday, April 21st through Sunday, April 27th from 10am to 5pm each day. A great opportunity for families to visit on the school break. Buy tickets at the Admissions Desk or save $2 per ticket by buying online!