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Featured Events
Fall Educator Appreciation Night
See the DetailsLocal educators are invited to explore the Museum after hours—for free!
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Featured Events
The WWII Challenge: Easy Company
See the DetailsFrom Currahee to victory, experience the remarkable journey of Easy Company in a whole new way with this unique virtual fitness challenge from the Crescent City Classic.
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Featured Events
Dinner with a Curator: “Our Food Is Fighting”
See the DetailsLearn how food became a weapon of war on the American Home Front.
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Featured Events
Ken Ludwig’s Dear Jack, Dear Louise
See the DetailsWhen two strangers meet by letter during World War II, a love story begins. Playwright Ken Ludwig tells the joyous, heartwarming story of his parents’ wartime courtship.
October 2026
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Storytime at the Museum
10/17/2026 | 10:00 AM - 10:20 AMLearn MoreSpark your child's love of history with our WWII-themed storytime experience.
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The Victory Belles Salute to Hope
10/19/2026 | 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.
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Storytime at the Museum
10/20/2026 | 10:00 AM - 10:20 AMLearn MoreSpark your child's love of history with our WWII-themed storytime experience.
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The Victory Belles Salute to Hope Matinee
10/21/2026 | 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: Leah Garrett, “The Flight Nurses’ War: The American Women Who Saved Thousands of Lives at Iwo Jima and Okinawa”
10/21/2026 | 4:30 PM - 6:30 PMLearn more about the remarkable women who risked everything to save American lives in the Pacific.
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Teacher Webinar: Soundtracking World War II
10/21/2026 | 5:00 PM - 6:00 PMExplore how music can help students connect with WWII history as part of The National WWII Museum’s free education webinar series.
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Wartime Piano Happy Hour
10/23/2026 | 4:00 PM - 5:00 PMHead to The Higgins Hotel for a live instrumental showcase of wartime music.
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Sensory Friendly Mornings
10/24/2026 | 8:00 AM - 12:00 PMSensory Friendly Mornings are for individuals of all ages with special needs and their families to enjoy early access to the Museum with modifications to make the experience more sensory friendly.
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Storytime at the Museum
10/24/2026 | 10:00 AM - 10:20 AMLearn MoreSpark your child's love of history with our WWII-themed storytime experience.
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Storytime at the Museum
10/27/2026 | 10:00 AM - 10:20 AMLearn MoreSpark your child's love of history with our WWII-themed storytime experience.
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!
