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?![]()
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Stay tuned for the next “What is it? Wednesday” question tomorrow, April 23rd at 10:00 am EST!![]()
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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.![]()
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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.![]()
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Read More at: www.americanheritagemuseum.org/2025/04/patriots-day-and-why-we-celebrate-it/
What is your favorite WWII era naval aircraft and why?![]()
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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! 👇![]()
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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.
Here is this week’s challenge for “What is it Wednesday?” - What is it?!![]()
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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! ![]()
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Tank Demo Days at AHM
May 15, 2021 @ 10:00 am, ending May 16, 2021 @ 5:00 pm
$15 – $25
A fantastic weekend where you can see some of the American Heritage Museum’s tanks including the M4 Sherman and M24 Chaffee operating on our tank driving grounds behind the museum. *Special to this weekend: debut of the only restored Panzer 1 in North America! Captivating historical narration will bring these amazing machines to life. WWII veterans will be participating in the exhibition!
All three museums will be open: The American Heritage Museum, The Historic Aviation Hangar and Classic Automobile Barn. This is a unique opportunity to see some of the world’s most rare aircraft, extraordinary American classic automobiles, historic tanks, armored vehicles, military artifacts and much more.
Re-enactors from the Colonial period / Revolutionary War, WWI and WWII will have encampments and demonstrations through the weekend.
There is over 100,000 square feet of space within the American Heritage Museum and Hangar combined. There is plenty of room for people to explore these amazing facilities while adhering to social distance protocols. Face masks will be required per MA COVID requirements. People will be led directionally through each museum with limited group size intervals.
Read more here.
Advance Sale and Event Day Admission Tickets
Admission for the Saturday and Sunday events are as follows:
$25 Adults | $20 Seniors/Veterans | $15 Children Under 12
Members, WWII/Korean War Veterans and Children Under 3 are Free – No ticket required.
Admission discounts can not be used for special event weekends.
Purchase your tickets online for faster processing through admission:
– Click here to Buy Tickets Online for Saturday, May 15, 2021
– Click here to Buy Tickets Online for Sunday, May 16, 2021
Tickets may be purchased the day of the event by Credit Card or Cash at the entry gate on the access road as well.
Tank Driving Experiences and Tank Rides Available
Tank Driving experiences and Tank Rides will be taking place over the weekend. You can register online, by phone, or on-site, but spaces are limited!
Tank Driving Experience Prices:
– M24 Chaffee Light Tank (20 minutes driving the tank) – $995.00 donation (tax deductible)
– M4 Sherman Medium Tank (20 minutes driving the tank) – $1495.00 donation (tax deductible)
Tank Ride Experience Prices:
– M24 Chaffee (10 minute ride) – $595 per group of Three (3) persons – two in the turret, one in the bow gunner position.
– M4 Sherman (10 minute ride) – $595 per group of Two (2) persons – one in the turret, one in the bow gunner position.
Schedule your tank driving or ride experience above or call 978-562-9182 to reserve.
