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The National WWII Museum tells the story of the American experience in the war that changed the world—why it was fought, how it was won, and what it means today—so that all generations will understand the price of freedom and be inspired by what they learn.
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History Through the Viewfinder
FDR’s radiant calm and leadership amidst the crashing storm of war.
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New Gang in Town: the Rise of the Panzer Division
The birth of the Panzer division gave Hitler confidence to wage the greatest war in human history.
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The Doolittle Raiders
WWII leadership lessons from the Museum’s Institute for the Study of War and Democracy.
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The Words of War
Naval aviator Dusty Kleiss helps secure victory at Midway-- and in his life.
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Keith Renstrom, US Marine
Museum oral history recalls brutal combat on Tinian, Saipan, and Iwo Jima.
Beyond All Boundaries
See the incredible 4D cinematic experience narrated by Executive Producer Tom Hanks.
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Family Overnight 2018
The National WWII Museum in New Orleans invites all families with school-aged children to join us for an exciting campout at the Museum.
History on the Lake
For one day only, PT-305 will be docking at West End in front of the Blue Crab Restaurant & Oyster Bar in New Orleans!
Dine & Dance with the Victory Swing Orchestra
The National WWII Museum's own Victory Swing Orchestra celebrates the great big bands of the WWII era.
Meet The Author
The incredible story of Elizabeth "Betty" P. McIntosh, who fought World War II on the front lines of psychological warfare. This program is presented by The Institute for the Study of War and Democracy with generous support from the Strake Foundation.
Featured Programs
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International Conference on World War II
Presented by The Pritzker Military Museum & Library and The Pritzker Military Foundation
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So Ready for Laughter: The Legacy of Bob Hope
When World War II began, entertainer Bob Hope’s career as a major movie star in film and radio was just beginning to take off, having worked his way from jobs as a newsboy, a butcher’s assistant, a shoe salesman, and an amateur boxer to scrape by in the early 1920s.
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Behind the Lines
Step inside the Museum vault and climb into a B-24 Liberator—it’s all part of Behind the Lines, the exclusive VIP tour of The National WWII Museum.
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Lunchbox Lectures
Delivered by local and national scholars, these hour-long lectures are presented twice a month on Wednesdays at noon.
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The Best of Sinatra
Our salute to “Ol’ Blue Eyes” features the adorable and charming Spencer Racca backed by the Museum’s Victory Trio.
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