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America’s Tank Demo Weekend is where you can see some of the American Heritage Museum’s tanks spanning the history of American armor including the WWII era M4 Sherman, M24 Chaffee, and M36 Jackson Tank Destroyer tanks; and the Cold War era M47 Patton, M41 Walker Bulldog, M60 Main Battle Tank, M60A2 “Starship” tanks along with the and M88 Tank Recovery vehicle. Each tank will be featured throughout the day with a detailed overview on its history, operations, and effectiveness on the battlefield while it operates on the tank driving grounds.Gates open at 9:00am and close at 5:00pm each day. Tanks will be driving all day as part of our ride programs.
Don’t miss the new and improved narrated American Tank Demos of WWII Era Tanks and Cold War / Vietnam Era Tanks from 11:00am to 11:45am and 2:00pm to 2:45pm each day.
Two historical presentations will also take place inside the American Heritage Museum each day at 12:00pm and 3:00pm:
12:00pm – All Roads Lead to Hagaru – A Discussion on Korean War Leadership
An immersive journey to the frozen Chosin Reservoir in North Korea. In the bitter winter of 1950, more than 100,000 Chinese Communist Forces surrounded 30,000 American and United Nations troops, including the U.S. 1st Marine Division and U.S. Army 31st Regimental Combat Team. Their survival depended on holding the village of Hagaru, where Marines, Soldiers, and British Royal Marines fought desperately in one of the Korean War’s most brutal battles. This discussion on Korean War leadership examines the decisions of Peng Dehuai, Major General O.P. Smith, Colonel Lewis B. “Chesty” Puller, and Lieutenant Colonel Douglas Drysdale. Their choices before and during the battle shaped the defense of Hagaru and the fate of the surrounded forces.
3:00pm – The M1 Abrams Tank: Myths vs. Realities
A discussion on America’s Main Battle Tank, the M1 Abrams in all its variants. Learn about the design, technology, and employment of this system from our Abrams tank expert with over 13 years of recent experience commanding tanks and armored vehicles. This is an opportunity for visitors and tank enthusiasts to understand fact from fiction about this iconic third-generation main battle tank and its 46 year service history.
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.
There is over 100,000 square feet of space within the American Heritage Museum and Hangar combined.
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EVENT SCHEDULE
9:00am – 5:00pm
Gates Open – All museum buildings open to visitors.
9:30am – 4:30pm
Re-enactor encampments open to all visitors.
10:00am – 4:00pm
War Gaming Demonstrations – American Heritage Museum
Guides will be demonstrating tabletop strategy war gaming in the American Heritage Museum through the day, explaining how games are played and how you can get a start in this unique hobby.
10:00am – 4:00pm
Paint-A-Tank – In Front of American Heritage Museum
For kids of all ages – come to the Paint-a-Tank tent in front of the museum to get a 3D printed tank to paint in the battle colors YOU choose! $5 donation per tank.
11:00am – 11:45am
American Tank Demonstrations – Driving Grounds
All World War II and Cold War Era tanks in operation on the Tank Driving Grounds with detailed narration by our resident historians. Includes the M4 Sherman, M24 Chaffee, and M36 Jackson Tank Destroyer from WWII and M41 Walker Bulldog, M47 Patton, M60 Main Battle Tank, M60A2 Starship, and M88 Recovery Vehicle from the Cold War Era.
12:00pm – 1:00pm
Korean War Era History Presentation – AHM, Pacific War Gallery
All Roads Lead to Hagaru – A Discussion on Korean War Leadership
2:00pm – 2:45pm
American Tank Demonstrations – Driving Grounds
Our second presentation of the day with a similar schedule to the 11:00am program.
3:00pm – 4:00pm
Modern Armor History Presentation – AHM, Pacific War Gallery
The M1 Abrams Tank: Myths vs. Realities
5:00pm
All museum grounds and buildings close for the day.
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ADMISSION TICKETS
Admission for the Saturday and Sunday events are as follows:
$35 Adults
$30 Seniors (62+)
$25 Veterans/Military/First Responders
$20 Students (16 & Under)
Members, WWII/Korean War Veterans and Children Under 3 are Free – No ticket required.
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TANK RIDES AND DRIVES AVAILABLE
Tank Driving experiences and Tank & Half Track Rides will be taking place over the weekend. You can register online, by phone, or on-site, but spaces are limited! All donations for ride or drive experiences are tax-deductible donations as the American Heritage Museum is a 501c3 non-profit foundation.
Tank Rides Available:
– M36 Jackson Tank Destroyer (10 minute ride) – $195 per PERSON. Maximum of five (5) seated riders aboard.
– 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.
– M3 Half Track (10 minute ride) $30 per person, max capacity 8 persons - first-come, first-serve availability only.
Tank Driving Experiences Available:
– 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)
Schedule your tank driving or ride experience at https://www.americanheritagemuseum.org/tank-driving-experiences-and-tank-rides/ or call 978-562-9182 to reserve.
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