This photography exhibit by Fabrice Bourge captures the emotions of remembrance and reveals how the memory of World War II continues to resonate decades later. 

Not only was the vessel a hometown hero, the USS New Orleans also participated in almost every major campaign against Japan. And when faced with great tragedy, she always bounced back, much like the people of New Orleans did after disasters such as Hurricane Katrina in 2005.

The National WWII Museum’s new original special exhibit, Come Back Fighting: USS New Orleans at War, follows the prolific history and remarkable resilience of the decorated heavy cruiser USS New Orleans (CA-32) and her veteran crew that mirror the indomitable spirit of her namesake city.

Join us to learn more about the Museum's latest special exhibit.

Join us to learn more about the Museum's latest special exhibit.

On display November 6, 2025, through May 10, 2026, in the Senator John Alario, Jr. Special Exhibition Hall Originally created by and...

Join us as The National WWII Museum opens the newly renovated Malcolm S. Forbes Rare and Iconic Artifacts Gallery in Louisiana Memorial Pavilion. The in-person event is full. 

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Our War Too: Women in Service is a groundbreaking special exhibit honoring the nearly 350,000 American women who answered the call to serve their country during World War II.

Our War Too: Women in Service is a groundbreaking special exhibit honoring the nearly 350,000 American women who answered the call to serve their country during World War II.

Explore the Japanese art forms of anime and manga with a professional artist to create your own stylized self-portraits.