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Featured Events
Meet the Author: Edna Cummings, "A Soldier’s Life: A Black Woman’s Rise from Army Brat to Six Triple Eight Champion"
See the DetailsLearn more about the author’s life and fight to honor the trailblazing African American WWII Women’s Army Corps unit, the 6888th Central Postal Directory Battalion.
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Featured Events
The Victory Belles Salute to Hope Matinee
See the DetailsEnjoy a buffet lunch as the delightful Victory Belles trio perform the popular and patriotic music of the 1940s in rich, three-part harmony.
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Featured Events
V-E Day Commemoration
See the DetailsJoin The National WWII Museum to mark the 81st anniversary of the end of the war in Europe.
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<em>Carmen Miranda: Samba in Technicolor</em>
See the DetailsLearn the story behind the woman who became the Lady in the Tutti Frutti Hat.
Events for December 16
May 2026
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The Victory Belles Salute to Hope Matinee
05/13/2026 | 11:45 AM - 1:45 PMEnjoy a buffet lunch as the delightful Victory Belles trio perform the popular and patriotic music of the 1940s in rich, three-part harmony.
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Meet the Author: Dr. Alex Kor, "A Blessing, Not a Burden: My Parents’ Remarkable Holocaust Story and My Fight to Keep Their Legacy Alive"
05/14/2026 | 4:30 PM - 6:30 PMFollow the author’s journey as the son of Holocaust survivors, exploring resilience, forgiveness, and the enduring power of the human spirit in the face of hatred and adversity.
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Carmen Miranda: Samba in Technicolor
05/15/2026 | 7:00 PM - 8:30 PMLearn the story behind the woman who became the Lady in the Tutti Frutti Hat.
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Oath of Enlistment Ceremony
05/16/2026 | 10:00 AM - 11:00 AMNew recruits from across the US Armed Forces will publicly take the Oath of Enlistment before family, friends, and community members.
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Storytime at the Museum
05/16/2026 | 10:00 AM - 10:20 AMLearn MoreSpark your child's love of history with our WWII-themed storytime experience.
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Armed Forces Day Commemoration
05/16/2026 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PMJoin us to recognize servicemembers, both past and present, in all six branches of the US military.
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Blue Star Museums Kickoff Cookout
05/16/2026 | 12:00 PM - 2:00 PMVeterans, current military personnel, and their families are invited to enjoy a cookout-style lunch and family-friendly activities to kick off this year’s Blue Star Museums program.
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Carmen Miranda: Samba in Technicolor
05/16/2026 | 2:00 PM - 3:30 PMLearn the story behind the woman who became the Lady in the Tutti Frutti Hat.
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Carmen Miranda: Samba in Technicolor
05/17/2026 | 2:00 PM - 3:30 PMLearn the story behind the woman who became the Lady in the Tutti Frutti Hat.
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The Victory Belles Salute to Hope
05/18/2026 | 5:30 PM - 7:30 PMEnjoy a three-course dinner after the delightful Victory Belles trio perform the popular and patriotic music of the 1940s in rich, three-part harmony.
Itineraries
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Full-Day Itinerary
This itinerary is based on our Best Value Package, which includes access to all exhibits, the Beyond All Boundaries 4D cinematic experience, and the new Freedom Theater experience.
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Family Itinerary
Learners of all ages can experience history hands-on at the #1 attraction in New Orleans!
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Three-Hour Itinerary
Experience The National WWII Museum in just three hours with this itinerary based on our Best Value Package.
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WWII Travel Itinerary - Drive Back to Dallas/Fort Worth
Here's more World War II to discover on your drive to Dallas/Fort Worth.
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WWII Travel Itinerary - Drive Back to Houston
Here's more World War II to discover on your drive to Houston.
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Half-day Itinerary
In a bit of a time crunch? You can still have an amazing experience and get 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!
