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Featured Events
Carmen Miranda: Samba in Technicolor
See the DetailsLearn the story behind the woman who became the Lady in the Tutti Frutti Hat.
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Featured Events
Oath of Enlistment Ceremony
See the DetailsNew recruits from across the US Armed Forces will publicly take the Oath of Enlistment before family, friends, and community members.
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Featured Events
Armed Forces Day Commemoration
See the DetailsJoin us to recognize servicemembers, both past and present, in all six branches of the US military.
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Featured Events
Blue Star Museums Kickoff Cookout
See the DetailsVeterans, 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.
May 2026
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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.
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Storytime at the Museum
05/19/2026 | 10:00 AM - 10:20 AMLearn MoreSpark your child's love of history with our WWII-themed storytime experience.
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Dinner with a Curator: “WWII in the Shadows: Espionage and Counterintelligence in New Orleans”
05/19/2026 | 6:30 PM - 8:30 PMUncover hidden stories of wartime spies and espionage in the Crescent City.
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!
