HEAT OF BATTLE:

About Heat of Battle, the WWII Wargaming Convention

In 2007, The National WWII Museum inaugurated Heat of Battle, a new concept. To our knowledge, the Museum was the first to integrate historical wargames as a World War II teaching tool for the visiting public. Each year since, the event has grown. The board and miniatures games feature battles and campaigns from every fighting front of the war, and include action on land, sea and air.

The advantages of holding a wargame convention in our Museum are:

• Hobbyists get to wargame under and next to the actual weapons of the time. Often, ones they have researched and recreated in miniature on the wargame table.
• Hobbyists get to visit New Orleans, a premier tourist destination, and the nation’s premier museum telling the story of World War II — the war that changed the world.
• Museum visitors get to learn about World War II campaigns and battles as they walk among the convention tables, talking to the hobbyists who have spent extensive time researching the World War II events their games represent.
• Museum visitors are introduced to a great hobby which promotes learning, strategic thinking and social interaction.

Registration for 2012's Heat of Battle is Now Open

This year's Heat of Battle takes place August 10-12, 2012.

If you're planning to be a Game Master at this year's Heat of Battle Convention, you can register today!

For all attendees, including Game Masters, purchase your tickets today to secure your place at Heat of Battle VI. Game Masters are admitted free of charge, and will need to purchase a $0 ticket.

Looking for a place to stay while in town for Heat of Battle?

The National WWII Museum is proud to partner with the Courtyard Marriott New Orleans Convention Center. After purchasing your Heat tickets, make online reservations at the Courtyard Marriott New Orleans Convention Center. Reserve a room with one king bed and a sofabed, or a room with two queen beds.

You will be directed to the Marriott's Website and all housing payments will be made there. Group Reservations name is Heat of Battle. Or call toll-free: 888-236-2427.

Images from 2011's Heat of Battle

Contact Us

To learn more or receive notices about historical wargaming at The National WWII Museum, contact walt.burgoyne@nationalww2museum.org or call (504) 528-1944 x 333.