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Featured Events
Meet the Author: Richard B. Frank
See the DetailsJoin us as we host the launch of military historian Richard B. Frank’s new book Tower of Skulls: A History of the Asia–Pacific War, Volume I: July 1937–May 1942. This new work casts penetrating light on how struggles in Europe and Asia merged into a tightly entwined global war.
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Featured Events
"Ghost Army: The Combat Con Artists of World War II" Exhibit Opening
See the DetailsJoin Museum Curator James Linn and Ghost Army Legacy Project President Rick Beyer as they introduce and explain the process of creating The National WWII Museum’s newest special exhibit, Ghost Army: The Combat Con Artists of World War II.
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Featured Events
Drafts for Crafts Tickets - March 20, 2020
See the DetailsHosted by The National WWII Museum's Young Benefactors, Drafts for Crafts celebrates the restoration and preservation of the Museum's macro-artifact collection as important pieces of WWII history that play a crucial role in educating the public about the war that changed the world.
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Featured Events
Family Innovation Studio: Spring Science
See the DetailsLearn about the science of spring! In this free Saturday workshop, dissect a seed and plant your own wildflower, examine pollinators under a microscope, learn elementary coding with Ozobots, and use simple construction tools to make a simple bird feeder.
March 2020
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"We'll Meet Again: A Tribute to the Blonde Bombshells of World War II"
03/13/2020 | 6:00 PM - 8:30 PMJoin us for this brand new tribute show honoring the best of the WWII songbirds—women who healed the heart and instilled patriotism through their songs.
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National History Day: New Orleans Regional Competition
03/14/2020 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PMNational History Day is a national research contest in which students in grades 6–12 create historical projects based on an annual theme. The 2020 theme is “Breaking Barriers in History.”
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"We'll Meet Again: A Tribute to the Blonde Bombshells of World War II"
03/14/2020 | 6:00 PM - 8:30 PMJoin us for this brand new tribute show honoring the best of the WWII songbirds—women who healed the heart and instilled patriotism through their songs.
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World War II in the Philippines (March 15, 2020 Start)
03/15/2020 - 03/22/2020 | 12:00 AMThis fascinating journey will begin in the lush province of Bataan, where tour participants will walk the first kilometer of the Death March and visit the remains of the prisoner of war camp at Cabanatuan, which was liberated by American Army Rangers and Filipino Scouts on the eve of the Battle of Manila.
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"We'll Meet Again: A Tribute to the Blonde Bombshells of World War II"
03/15/2020 | 11:30 AM - 2:00 PMJoin us for this brand new tribute show honoring the best of the WWII songbirds—women who healed the heart and instilled patriotism through their songs.
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SOLD OUT! "Elvis: Through the Years"
03/18/2020 | 11:45 AM - 1:45 PMSpencer Racca is back at BB’s Stage Door Canteen with a new look!
Sold OutCall for more info
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Lunchbox Lecture
03/18/2020 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PMLearn MoreFrom battle flags and wristwatches to machine guns and hand grenades, soldiers’ appetites for souvenirs were nearly limitless. This lecture will not only explore the vast array of artifacts soldiers brought home, but will also dive into the colorful stories of how and why Americans took war trophies on such an enormous scale.
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"HEDY! The Life & Inventions of Hedy Lamarr"
03/20/2020 | 6:00 PM - 9:00 PMHEDY! explores Hedy Lamarr’s Hollywood stardom and inventive achievements in the war effort.
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Drafts for Crafts Tickets - March 20, 2020
03/20/2020 | 8:00 PM - 11:00 PMHosted by The National WWII Museum's Young Benefactors, Drafts for Crafts celebrates the restoration and preservation of the Museum's macro-artifact collection as important pieces of WWII history that play a crucial role in educating the public about the war that changed the world.
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Family Innovation Studio: Spring Science
03/21/2020 | 1:00 PM - 2:30 PMLearn about the science of spring! In this free Saturday workshop, dissect a seed and plant your own wildflower, examine pollinators under a microscope, learn elementary coding with Ozobots, and use simple construction tools to make a simple bird feeder.
Itineraries
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Full-day Itinerary (recommended)
A full day at the Museum allows you to see everything we have to offer. View all perspectives of the American experience in World War II, from the treacherous islands of the Pacific to the dogged days in Europe to the crucial efforts at home. Plus, save some time for a meal or treat at one our delicious restaurants.
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Half-day Itinerary
In a bit of a time crunch? Experience the best of the Museum with this streamlined, customizable itinerary.
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Two-day Itinerary
Savor the full Museum experience with two days to immerse yourself in everything our campus has to offer. Spend time in each gallery, enjoy lunch and/or treats, spoil you or your loved ones with a show—you can do it all!
