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Today we celebrate the birthday of Harriet Quimby, one of America’s great aviation pioneers. Born on May 11, 1875, Quimby became the first American woman to earn a pilot’s license in 1911 and quickly captured national attention with her skill, courage, and unmistakable purple flying suit.In 1912, she made history again as the first woman to fly solo across the English Channel, piloting a Blériot XI, the same type of early aircraft now on display in the American Heritage Museum’s annex hangar. Her achievement came just years after the dawn of powered flight and helped inspire generations of women in aviation.The included photo shows Connie Tobias, pilot and Harriet Quimby re-enactor, flying the AHM Blériot 20 years ago, bringing Quimby’s remarkable legacy back to life.#HarrietQuimby #AviationHistory #WomenInAviation #AmericanHeritageMuseum #BleriotXI #LivingHistory ... See MoreSee Less
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On this day in 1940, Germany launched its invasion of Western Europe. Aircraft, tanks, motorized units, and communications helped change the pace of warfare in the opening phase of the Battle of France. The American Heritage Museum has several notable artifacts on display related to the Battle of France including the German Panzer 1 tank and the British Matilda Mk.II. Additionally, the museum is currently restoring an original German Junkers Ju 87D-5 Stuka in the Czech Republic and a German Heinkel He 111H-3 bomber in Florida for eventual display - both key aircraft used by Germany in its Blitzkrieg tactics. Learn more about the Battle of France by visiting us today! ... See MoreSee Less
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On this day in 1945, Victory in Europe Day marked the end of World War II in Europe. For millions, it meant liberation, relief, grief, and the beginning of rebuilding after years of destruction. The American Heritage Museum has one of the largest collections of tanks, military vehicles, and artifacts from the European Campaign and we invite you to come and explore more! ... See MoreSee Less
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Link at: ahmus.me/2026uffsymrecapThe American Heritage Museum recently hosted an incredible three-day symposium in partnership with the Ukrainian Freedom Fund, bringing together Ukrainian defenders, U.S. military leaders, technology experts, civilian witnesses, and museum visitors for a powerful look at the future of modern warfare.Held April 23–25, 2026, the event welcomed more than 100 professionals and distinguished guests, along with nearly 800 general museum guests during the two public days. Visitors heard firsthand from those living through and studying the war in Ukraine, with discussions on drones, electronic warfare, modern combat, military training, and what these lessons mean for the U.S. and allied defense planning.Guests were also able to take part in hands-on drone flight simulation demonstrations, helping bring the realities of today’s battlefield to life.We are grateful to the Ukrainian Freedom Fund, all of the speakers, volunteers, guests, and everyone who helped make this important event such a success.Read the full recap and watch the recorded public sessions at the link in the comments. ... See MoreSee Less
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Purchase Your General Admission Tickets Online and Save Time and Money!*
Online tickets are $2 off in-person tickets!

The American Heritage Museum is open every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 10:00am to 5:00pm daily. Save yourself $2 per ticket* by purchasing your admission tickets online and you can either print them or display them on your smartphone to speed up your admission!

These are for GENERAL ADMISSION tickets. If you are purchasing tickets for 2025 Special Event Weekends, see the list below the general admission button.

Online Admission
$21 Adults | $18 Seniors (62+) | $18 Veterans | $10 Children Under 16

Once you purchase online, your tickets will be emailed to you, so be sure to correctly spell your email address!

*Discount is already calculated in the base price through the form. Discount is only available for General Admissions tickets, not Special Event tickets.


2026 SPECIAL EVENT WEEKENDS

The American Heritage Museum hosts one Special Event Weekend per month from May through October every Summer featuring a different Living History theme each month! Tickets for these special event weekends INCLUDE admission to the American Heritage Museum as well as our annex buildings that are not normally open to the public as well as the outdoor activities.

General Admission tickets to the American Heritage Museum are not accepted on these weekends – only special event tickets are available for special event weekends.

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American Heritage Museum

The American Heritage Museum at the Collings Foundation featuring the Jacques M. Littlefield Collection explores major conflicts ranging from the Revolutionary War until today. Visitors discover and interact with our American heritage through the history, the changing technology, and the Human Impact of America’s fight to preserve the freedom we all hold dear.

The American Heritage Museum is a program of Collings Foundation, Inc., a not-for-profit 501 (c)3 organization, supported by admissions, grants, members, volunteers, and generous contributors. The EIN for Collings Foundation, Inc. dba American Heritage Museum is 47-1954671

Address

American Heritage Museum
568 Main Street
Hudson, MA 01749

Phone: (978) 562-9182
Fax: (978) 568-8231

General: admin@americanheritagemuseum.org

OPEN ALL WEEK FOR SPRING BREAK - Including Patriots Day on Monday 4/20 and Tuesday 4/21

The American Heritage Museum is open all week, Monday 4/20 through Sunday 4/26 for the MA Schools Spring Break Week. The museum is open 10am to 5pm daily.