82 years ago this week marks the pivotal end of the Battle of Stalingrad, a major turning point in World War II. On February 2nd, 1943, the German 6th Army surrendered to Soviet forces, marking the end of the fierce and bloody battle. The American Heritage Museum features a rare Soviet T-34-76 tank and other artifacts in our Eastern Front Gallery to recount this historic WWII clash.
In honor of Black History Month, we highlight six African Americans who made a significant impact during key wars in U.S. history. Read more: www.americanheritagemuseum.org/2025/02/black-history-month-heroes-in-u-s-military-history/
80 years ago today, the Soviet Army liberates Auschwitz on January 27, 1945, uncovering the largest Nazi concentration and extermination camp. Located in occupied Poland, Auschwitz had become a symbol of the Holocaust, where over 1.1 million people, mostly Jews, were murdered. As the Soviets advanced, the Nazis evacuated many prisoners in death marches, leaving thousands behind in horrific conditions. The liberators found emaciated survivors, evidence of mass atrocities, and warehouses filled with victims' belongings. Auschwitz’s liberation exposed the scale of Nazi crimes to the world. It is because of this, this day is now recognized as International Holocaust Remembrance Day.
Experience military history from the Roman Empire, 1400 years before the birth of the United States this Saturday at the American Heritage Museum. The Legion III Cyrenaica living history group will be with us on Saturday, January 25th from 11am to 3pm to share with our visitors the history of ancient Rome, its military, and culture. They will be on hand to answer questions and interact with visitors throughout the day and is included with standard museum admission for the day. Learn more at: www.americanheritagemuseum.org/event/the-romans-are-coming/
Join us at the American Heritage Museum this Saturday, January 25th to learn more about ancient Rome, its military and culture with the Legion III Cyrenaica living history group. More information see:
The Romans Are Coming! - The American Heritage Museum
www.americanheritagemuseum.org
Join us at the American Heritage Museum on Saturday, January 25th to learn more about ancient Rome, its military and culture with the Legion III Cyrenaica living history group. Legion III Cyrenaica is...
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PatCon 2024: IPMS Patriot Scale Modelers Annual Scale Model Show and Contest
September 15, 2024 @ 9:00 am, ending 5:00 pm
$5
The American Heritage Museum is proud to host PatCon 2024, the Annual Scale Model Show and Contest sponsored by IPMS Patriot Scale Modelers. This is the first year that PatCon will be taking place at the American Heritage Museum and the event will take place in the AHM Annex Hangar adjacent to the main museum.
Interested in taking part in the competition? See all the details, costs, and entry forms on the IPMS Patriot Scale Modelers PatCon 2024 Website at this link.
What you’ll see!
IPMS Model Competition!
All categories including armor, aircraft, Gundam, cars, wargaming, ships, sci-fi, and more! See some of the most amazing scale models on display from talented competitors from the region!
Display Only Tables!
Non-judged area to show off your projects, including a table for LEGOs!
Kids Make and Take!
Those under 13 can make a model to take home for free! (while supplies last)
Seminars!
Learn something new from experienced modelers!
Vendors!
Loads of model kits, tools, and supplies for sale from our attending vendors.
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EVENT ADMISSION
PatCon 2024 General Admission at the door is $5 with children 15 & under admitted for free with an adult admission.
Planning to visit the American Heritage Museum as well? Buy a combo ticket online that includes discounted museum admission and PatCon admission!
$25 Adults / $22 Seniors & Veterans / $10 Children 16 and Under
