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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
Carmen Miranda: Samba in Technicolor Mother's Day Matinee
See the DetailsLearn the story behind the woman who became the Lady in the Tutti Frutti Hat.
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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
Meet the Author: Dr. Alex Kor, "A Blessing, Not a Burden: My Parents’ Remarkable Holocaust Story and My Fight to Keep Their Legacy Alive"
See the DetailsFollow 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.
May 2026
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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.
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The Victory Belles Salute to Hope Matinee
05/20/2026 | 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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Exclusive Early Screening: "World War II with Tom Hanks"
05/20/2026 | 4:30 PM - 7:30 PMJoin us for an exclusive early look at the first episode of The HISTORY Channel's new documentary series.
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Sensory Friendly Mornings
05/23/2026 | 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
05/23/2026 | 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!
