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...
81 years ago today, the Anzio landing, part of Operation Shingle during WWII, began on Jan. 22, 1944, as Allied forces aimed to outflank German defenses and capture Rome. Allied troops initially achieved surprise but failed to push inland decisively, allowing German forces under Field Marshal Kesselring to reinforce. A brutal stalemate followed with heavy casualties. In May 1944, the Allies broke through, linking with southern forces and liberating Rome on June 4. Learn about the Italian Campaign in the WWII in Europe Gallery in the American Heritage Museum.
The American Heritage Museum is open today! Celebrating Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Open 10am to 5pm.
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Veterans Day Opening at the American Heritage Museum
November 11, 2019 @ 10:00 am, ending 5:00 pm
Please join the American Heritage Museum in honoring all Veterans on Veterans Day, Monday, November 11th for a special mid-week opening of the museum from 10:00am to 5:00pm at the American Heritage Museum at 568 Main Street, Hudson, MA 01749. There will be a short ceremony honoring our veterans at 11:00 AM. The event is rain or shine.
- All Veterans are admitted FREE on Monday, November 11th, 2019 with ID
(Active Duty ID, Reserves/Guardsman ID, Military Retiree ID, Veterans Affairs ID, DD214 or equivalent Discharge Papers) - Adult Admission – $20
- Senior Admission – $18
- Children Under 12 Admission – $10
- Children 3 and Under are free.
Purchase admission at the museum that day, or online at the ticket link below
PURCHASE GENERAL MUSEUM ADMISSION TICKETS HERE
*Veterans attending that day DO NOT need to purchase admission in advance, just arrive with ID.
Join Us for a Veterans Ceremony at 11:00am
We will be holding a ceremony in remembrance of all Veterans starting at 11:00am on the museum floor for all who wish to join us. We encourage all to attend. Seating is limited.
