Submitted by:
Laura Rivas
Wenham Museum
WENHAM – Wenham Museum invites the community to come together this Veterans Day, Tuesday, November 11, for Honoring Heroes: A Veterans Day Celebration – a day of family-friendly programming in tribute to those who have served our nation.
Visitors of all ages are encouraged to join in a day filled with meaningful experiences designed to inspire reflection, connection, and appreciation for our veterans.
Featured Activities Include:
Military History Exhibits Explore stories of service and sacrifice through exhibits highlighting General George S. Patton and Major General Patton IV. Rarely seen artifacts from the museum’s archives will be on special display for one day only.
“World War I: Lessons and Legacies” Poster Exhibition Discover how the Great War reshaped America – from women’s suffrage and the Great Migration to advances in medicine and technology – in this thought-provoking Smithsonian poster exhibition.
Reading of Twenty-One Steps: Guarding the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier Families are invited to a special reading of Jeff Gottesfeld’s moving children’s book (recommended for ages 7-10), which honors the dedication and discipline of the sentinels who guard the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
Outdoor Display of Restored Vintage U.S. Army Trucks Step outside to see an impressive lineup of restored U.S. Army troop transport trucks, generously provided by the organizers of Military Service Day at the Patton Homestead (weather permitting).
Rock N’ Rumble Performance Enjoy an uplifting live performance by Rock N’ Rumble, a music program that supports veterans and service members through connection, healing, and the shared language of music.
Admission is free for veterans and active military families.
Wenham Museum gratefully acknowledges the George J. Molignano Charitable Trust for sponsoring this event, and Military Service Day at Patton Homestead (Hamilton, MA, July 18, 2026) for their generous contributions of the restored U.S. Army trucks and Rock N’ Rumble performance.
Veterans Day Celebration Date: Tuesday, November 11 Time: 9 AM – 4 PM Location: Wenham Museum, 132 Main Street, Wenham, Mass.Admission: Free for veterans and active military families; included with regular admission for all other guests.
