National WWII Event Calendar
July 2010

Thursday, July 1, 2010
      First Thursdays Wargames 5:30 PM

The Museum hosts World War II board and miniatures gaming on the First Thursday of every month for gamers at all levels. Pre-registration is required. A minimum number of gamers must register for the meeting to be held. Please contact Walt Burgoyne at walt.burgoyne@nationalww2museum.org or 504-528-1944 x 333 for more information.

Friday, July 2, 2010
      George M. Cohan Tonight! 7:30 PM

Join us in the Stage Door Canteen for George M. Cohan Tonight!

Direct from New York City, celebrated performer David Herzog kicks off our July American Music Series by bringing to life the Yankee Doodle Dandy of the American Stage – George M. Cohan. Cohan wrote such beloved songs as You're a Grand Old Flag, Over There and Give My Regards to Broadway. This critically acclaimed one man show uses Cohan’s songs, dances, memoirs and more. Celebrate Independence Day weekend with George M. Cohan! 

Purchase tickets online or call 504-528-1943.   

Saturday, July 3, 2010
      George M. Cohan Tonight! 7:30 PM

Join us in the Stage Door Canteen for George M. Cohan Tonight!

Direct from New York City, celebrated performer David Herzog kicks off our July American Music Series by bringing to life the Yankee Doodle Dandy of the American Stage – George M. Cohan. Cohan wrote such beloved songs as You're a Grand Old Flag, Over There and Give My Regards to Broadway. This critically acclaimed one man show uses Cohan’s songs, dances, memoirs and more. Celebrate Independence Day weekend with George M. Cohan! 

Purchase tickets online or call 504-528-1943.   

Sunday, July 4, 2010
      George M. Cohan Tonight! 11:00 AM

Join us in the Stage Door Canteen for a matinee brunch performance of George M. Cohan Tonight!

Direct from New York City, celebrated performer David Herzog kicks off our July American Music Series by bringing to life the Yankee Doodle Dandy of the American Stage – George M. Cohan. Cohan wrote such beloved songs as You're a Grand Old Flag, Over There and Give My Regards to Broadway. This critically acclaimed one man show uses Cohan’s songs, dances, memoirs and more. Celebrate Independence Day weekend with George M. Cohan! 

Purchase tickets online or call 504-528-1943.   

      Music at the Museum 1:00 PM

The Jefferson Symphony Chorus

Celebrate July 4th with a free performance of patriotic music. For more information, call 504-528-1944 x 229.

      Sunday Swing featuring Joe Krown 2:00 PM

Free dance lessons, 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Live music, 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Kick up your heels at The National World War II Museum with Sunday Swing. Professional swing dancers will be on hand to provide coaching for dancers of all levels while local musicians play World War II era hits. For more information, call 504-528-1944  x 359.

Wednesday, July 7, 2010
      Lunchbox Lecture 12:00 PM

Walt Burgoyne presents “Animals at War”

Join the National World War II Museum the first and third Wednesday of every month for our Lunchbox Lecture series. Presentations focus on a wide array of World War II related topics and are free and open to the public. Feel free to bring your lunch or just come to enjoy the lecture. For more information call 504-528-1944 x 229.

Friday, July 9, 2010
      The Victory Belles & The Victory Six 7:30 PM

Join us in The Stage Door Canteen where the Museum’s popular new entertainers will take audiences on a nostalgic journey through 1940s musical classics. Enjoy this trip down memory lane with the Victory Belles, our charming vocal trio in delightful period costumes, the Victory Six Swing Band and their spirited performances of such hits as Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy, I’ll Be Seeing You and a rousing patriotic finale.

Complement your experience with a dinner or brunch package by the American Sector, a Chef John Besh restaurant. Purchase tickets online or call 504-528-1943.   

Saturday, July 10, 2010
      The Victory Belles & The Victory Six 7:30 PM

Join us in The Stage Door Canteen where the Museum’s popular new entertainers will take audiences on a nostalgic journey through 1940s musical classics. Enjoy this trip down memory lane with the Victory Belles, our charming vocal trio in delightful period costumes, the Victory Six Swing Band and their spirited performances of such hits as Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy, I’ll Be Seeing You and a rousing patriotic finale.

Complement your experience with a dinner or brunch package by the American Sector, a Chef John Besh restaurant. Purchase tickets online or call 504-528-1943.   

Sunday, July 11, 2010
      The Victory Belles & The Victory Six 11:00 AM

Join us in The Stage Door Canteen where the Museum’s popular new entertainers will take audiences on a nostalgic journey through 1940s musical classics. Enjoy this trip down memory lane with the Victory Belles, our charming vocal trio in delightful period costumes, the Victory Six Swing Band and their spirited performances of such hits as Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy, I’ll Be Seeing You and a rousing patriotic finale.

Complement your experience with a brunch package by the American Sector, a Chef John Besh restaurant. Purchase tickets online or call 504-528-1943.   

      Sunday Swing featuring Swingaroux 2:00 PM

Free dance lessons, 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Live music, 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Kick up your heels at The National World War II Museum with Sunday Swing. Professional swing dancers will be on hand to provide coaching for dancers of all levels while local musicians play World War II era hits. For more information, call 504-528-1944  x 359.

Tuesday, July 13, 2010
      Meet the Author 5:00 PM

Travis Ayres, The Bomber Boys

Join us in the Stage Door Canteen to hear author Travis Ayres discuss his book The Bomber Boys. Ayres has gathered a collection of previously untold personal accounts of combat and camaraderie aboard the B-17 Bombers that flew countless sorties against the enemy, as related by the men who lived and fought in the air-and survived. There will be a reception preceding the event at 5:00 pm with a book signing to follow the presentation.

Registration is suggested but not required.

REGISTER NOW

For more information, call 504-528-1944 x 331.

Friday, July 16, 2010
      The High Ground Drifters 7:30 PM

Everything old is new again at the Stage Door Canteen! Bluegrass music was tremendously popular during the WWII era! The High Ground Drifters, a New Orleans-based bluegrass band, performs traditional bluegrass but also eclectic music stylings and influences including mountain music, old-time country, Celtic and more. 

Presented by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. For more information on this free event, call 504-528-1943.    

Saturday, July 17, 2010  -  Sunday, July 18, 2010
      Night at the WWII Museum

Saturday, July 17, 7:00 pm - Sunday, July 18, 8:00 am.  

Stay up all night at The National World War II Museum! Family fun and games with a World War II twist await children ages 7-12 and their parents.   Explore the exhibits, enjoy a midnight movie, even climb inside our tank!  One adult per three children is required.  Cost: $55 per person; $45 for Museum Members.  Space is limited, so register today or call 504-528-1944 x 229.

Saturday, July 17, 2010
      Living History Corps 11:00 AM

The Museum’s World War II re-enactors, collectively known as the Living History Corps, are local volunteers who enrich the visitor’s Museum experience with their wealth of information and stories. Wearing the uniforms and carrying the equipment of both the Allied and Axis forces, they share their knowledge about the day-to-day lives of military men and women and the broader lessons of World War II. For more information, call 504-528-1944 x 243.

      The High Ground Drifters 7:30 PM

Everything old is new again at the Stage Door Canteen! Bluegrass music was tremendously popular during the WWII era! The High Ground Drifters, a New Orleans-based bluegrass band, performs traditional bluegrass but also eclectic music stylings and influences including mountain music, old-time country, Celtic and more. 

Presented by the Institute of Museum and Library Services. For more information on this free event, call 504-528-1943.    

Sunday, July 18, 2010
      The Victory Belles at The Stage Door Canteen 12:00 PM

The Museum’s popular new entertainers will take audiences on a nostalgic journey through 1940s musical classics such as Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy, I’ll be Seeing You and a rousing patriotic finale! Enjoy this Sunday matinee trip down memory lane with our charming vocal trio in delightful period costumes, plus a delectable lunch by Chef John Besh.  For more information, visit www.stagedoorcanteen.org or call 504-528-1943.

      Sunday Swing featuring Zazou City 2:00 PM

Free dance lessons, 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Live music, 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Kick up your heels at The National World War II Museum with Sunday Swing. Professional swing dancers will be on hand to provide coaching for dancers of all levels while local musicians play World War II era hits. For more information, call 504-528-1944  x 359.

Tuesday, July 20, 2010
      Stage Door Idol 5:30 PM

Join us in the Museum’s Stage Door Canteen where contestants will vie for the title of the first-ever Stage Door Idol! Area hopefuls will perform hits of the war years for celebrity judges. Finalists will compete for the grand prize, an opportunity to headline with the Museum’s Victory Six Swing band in their own show. The winner will be announced after the final competition on Tuesday, August 17.

For more information, call 504-528-1944 x 267.

Wednesday, July 21, 2010
      Lunchbox Lecture 12:00 PM

Kim Guise presents “Travels While a Guest of the Third Reich: POW Wartime Logs”

Join the Museum the first and third Wednesday of every month for our Lunchbox Lecture series. Presentations focus on a wide array of World War II related topics and are free and open to the public. Feel free to bring your lunch or just come to enjoy the lecture. For more information call 504-528-1944 x 229.

Friday, July 23, 2010
      The Dukes of Dixieland 7:30 PM

Their name says it all! Live in the Stage Door Canteen, the Dukes of Dixieland blow traditional jazz and Dixieland music into the 21st Century, weaving strands of pop, gospel and country with authentic New Orleans sounds. This renowned musical group steps forward with strong tradition, new ground and great sounds.

Complement your experience with a dinner or brunch package by the American Sector, a Chef John Besh restaurant. Purchase tickets online or call 504-528-1943.

Saturday, July 24, 2010
      Knit-in at the Museum 12:00 PM

Join Gulf Coast Area knitters and crocheters for an afternoon of knitting.  If you knit or crochet, bring your needles or hook to the Museum.  Work on your Knit Your Bit scarf or bring in other inspiring projects as you swap stories with other knitters under the Museum’s WWII C-47.  Light refreshments provided.  If you’re not familiar with the Museum’s Knit Your Bit Campaign, check out the website or call 504-527-6012 x 229.

Sunday, July 25, 2010
      Lagniappe Lecture 12:00 PM

Captain Rick Jacobs presents “Battle of France: Blitzkrieg”

At the start of World War II the French Army was considered to be the finest in the world. Nazi Germany defeated it in a few short weeks using new weapons and a new concept in mobile warfare, Blitzkrieg (‘Lightening War’). Captain Rick Jacobs will discuss the origins and practices that produced victory in the Battle of France, May 1940. 

For more information, call 504-528-1944 x 229.

Tuesday, July 27, 2010
      Stage Door Idol 5:30 PM

Join us in the Museum’s Stage Door Canteen where contestants will vie for the title of the first-ever Stage Door Idol! Area hopefuls will perform hits of the war years for celebrity judges. Finalists will compete for the grand prize, an opportunity to headline with the Museum’s Victory Six Swing band in their own show. The winner will be announced after the final competition on Tuesday, August 17.

For more information, call 504-528-1944 x 267.

Wednesday, July 28, 2010
      Pub Quiz at The Stage Door Canteen 6:30 PM

Test your knowledge of an array of topics, including a World War II round, at the Pub Quiz in the Stage Door Canteen. Order off the menu at the American Sector restaurant and enjoy half price draft beers. To reserve your spot for this free event, call 504-528-1940.

Friday, July 30, 2010
      Salute to Satchmo! 8:00 PM

Back by popular demand! Troy Anderson’s musical tribute to Louis Armstrong was a sellout during his last run at the Stage Door Canteen. Don’t miss this fabulous musical event celebrating New Orleans’ most famous native son. Jazz radio host Stu Gant called the performance “simply the best Satchmo tribute I have had the pleasure to see and hear!”

Complement your experience with a dinner or brunch package by the American Sector, a Chef John Besh restaurant. Purchase tickets online or call 504-528-1943. 

Saturday, July 31, 2010
      Lagniappe Lecture 12:00 PM

“Midway National Wildlife Refuge: Healing the Scars” by Walt Burgoyne

This presentation highlights the history and ecology of Midway, both pre- and post-war.  Held in conjunction with our special exhibit Loyal Forces: The Animals of WWII. For more information call 504-527-6012 x 333.

      Salute to Satchmo! 8:00 PM

Back by popular demand! Troy Anderson’s musical tribute to Louis Armstrong was a sellout during his last run at the Stage Door Canteen. Don’t miss this fabulous musical event celebrating New Orleans’ most famous native son. Jazz radio host Stu Gant called the performance “simply the best Satchmo tribute I have had the pleasure to see and hear!”

Complement your experience with a dinner or brunch package by the American Sector, a Chef John Besh restaurant. Purchase tickets online or call 504-528-1943.