America at 250: Fourth of July at the Museum

Celebrate Independence Day by honoring those who fought to defend freedom.

July 04, 2026, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Commemorate America’s 250th anniversary at The National WWII Museum
+ Add to calendar 2026-07-04 9:00:00 AM 2026-07-04 5:00:00 PM America/Mexico_City The National WWII Museum 945 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70130 America at 250: Fourth of July at the Museum Celebrate Independence Day by honoring those who fought to defend freedom.
Location: The National WWII Museum
945 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70130

Commemorate America’s 250th anniversary 
at The National WWII Museum!

This Fourth of July, celebrate your independence by honoring those who fought to defend it. Immerse yourself in the wartime experiences of the WWII generation and reflect upon the war that changed the world—why it was fought, how it was won, and what it means today.

Fourth of July at the Museum will include:

  • Storytime: Happy Birthday to You! by Dr. Seuss | 10:00 a.m., Louisiana Memorial Pavilion Stage
  • Free Performance by the Victory Belles | 1:00 p.m., US Freedom Pavilion: The Boeing Center
  • Custom Dog Tag Stations | All Day, Available for Purchase at Multiple Locations around Museum
  • The American Sector Restaurant & Bar Food and Drink Specials | Open 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
  • Rosie’s on the Roof Food and Drink Specials and Fireworks Viewing | Open 3:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
     

Shop patriotic gifts and apparel in honor of America's 250th anniversary


Free Commemorations Family Activity GuideDuring your visit, be sure to grab a free Commemorations Family Activity Guide to learn more about the different days The National WWII Museum commemorates each year and spark your little one's interest in WWII history.


Discounted Hotel Rates

Make the most of your holiday weekend at The Higgins Hotel & Conference Center! Get up to 26% off rooms in honor of the Museum’s 26th anniversary.

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Half-Price Admission for Louisiana Residents

Each July, Louisiana residents get 50% off Museum admission with a state-issued photo ID. Beat the summer heat at New Orleans’s #1 attraction.

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Free Admission Available for Blue Star Families

Free admission for our nation’s military personnel and their families is available from May 16 through Labor Day through the Blue Star Museums program.

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