An Enduring Legacy
The Patriots Circle at The National WWII Museum is a distinguished group of supporters who, through their ardent support and advocacy, enable the Museum to advance our mission to share the story of the American experience in World War II with audiences both on its New Orleans campus and around the world. Your contributions help the Museum to expand our educational reach and continue the vital work of inspiring new generations through the personal stories of World War II.
Patriots Circle Members fuel the Museum’s ability to take advantage of new opportunities to meaningfully engage with more students, teachers, and lifelong learners around the world. You support our critically important efforts to digitize our massive collections of artifacts and oral histories, maintain the immersive exhibits on our New Orleans campus, develop educational programs and resources highlighting how World War II shaped the world we live in today, and offer new ways to connect to history and honor the generation that sacrificed so much to secure our freedom.
- One-Star Membership: $1,000 – $2,499 Annually or $84 – $209 Monthly
- Two-Star Membership: $2,500 – $4,999 Annually or $210 – $419 Monthly
- Three-Star Membership: $5,000 – $9,999 Annually or $420 – $834 Monthly
- Four-Star Membership: $10,000 – $24,999 Annually or $835 – $2,083 Monthly
- Five-Star Membership: $25,000+ Annually or $2,084+ Monthly
All levels of Patriots Circle Membership include the following premier access opportunities:
- Unlimited free entry to Museum galleries, special exhibits, and Beyond All Boundaries and Freedom Theater cinematic experiences
- Digital recognition for Member and honoree(s) (A)
- Printed recognition for Member and honoree(s) in the Museum’s Annual Report (A)
- Printed Commemorative Certificate recognizing Member and honoree(s)
- Advance invitations to select Museum events and programs
- Invitations to exclusive Patriots Circle events
- 10% discount at the Museum Store, on-site and online
- Complimentary use of the Louis Armstrong Private Dining Room in The American Sector Restaurant & Bar and the Ste. Mère Église Private Dining Room at The Higgins Hotel & Conference Center (B)
- VIP check-in at The Higgins Hotel & Conference Center and access to The Polly and Tom Gruber Patriots Circle Lounge (C)
- Early booking opportunities for select Educational Travel Programs American Spirit Awards Gala and Victory Ball ticket discounts
- Discounts to Museum’s BB’s Stage Door Canteen shows and events (D)
Tiered Benefits
| ★ | ★★ | ★★★ | ★★★★ | ★★★★★ | |
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VIP Museum campus visits with private docent tour (E) (per year) |
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | Unlimited |
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One-day admission passes to share with friends (per year) |
2 | 6 | 8 | 12 | 20 |
| Opportunity to meet with Collections Department staff inside Museum’s vault | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ||
| Priority room upgrades at The Higgins Hotel & Conference Center | ✓ | ✓ | |||
| Complimentary parking for Museum visit | ✓ | ✓ | |||
| Discounts for select Educational Travel Programs | ✓ | ||||
| Travel Resource Guide for independent travel to European and Pacific theater locations | ✓ | ||||
| Invitations to exclusive Five-Star Member events | ✓ |
Terms and Conditions
All premier access opportunities apply only to active Patriots Circle Members whose names are identified on their Patriots Circle Membership Card. Membership Card must be presented at Ticketing Desk for Museum admission. All Patriots Circle benefits are based on availability and are not transferable.
- Patriots Circle Member recognition updated once annually and reflects giving level from previous fiscal year (July 1 through June 30).
- Use of the Louis Armstrong Private Dining Room in The American Sector Restaurant & Bar based on availability. Order from The American Sector Restaurant & Bar or catering through Sodexo. Minimum of six and maximum of 26 guests per booking. Service charge of 22 percent added to ticket. No outside food or beverages. Use of the Ste. Mère Église Private Dining Room in The Higgins Hotel & Conference Center based on availability. Order from The Higgins Hotel & Conference Center menu or catering through The Higgins Hotel & Conference Center. Minimum of six and maximum of 20 guests per booking. Service charge of 22 percent added to ticket. No outside food or beverages.
- Access to The Polly and Tom Gruber Patriots Circle Lounge based on availability. Membership Card must be presented at Front Desk of The Higgins Hotel & Conference Center for admission.
- Excludes the International Conference on World War II, symposia, and programming from the Jenny Craig Institute for the Study of War and Democracy. Based on availability.
- Limit of six persons per docent tour. Complimentary VIP docent tours based on availability. Tour not to exceed two hours. Tours must be requested at least 14 days prior to day of visit. Blackout dates apply from December 26 through January 2 and the week of the Museum’s annual American Spirit Awards. Additional blackout dates may apply throughout the year.
Inspiring Educational Experiences
Patriots Circle Members play an essential role in advancing the Museum’s educational mission and supporting efforts to become the most accessible source for trusted knowledge on the American experience in World War II. Your investments help us to take advantage of new opportunities to meaningfully engage with more students, teachers, and lifelong learners around the world and inspire them with the profound lessons and enduring legacies of the war.
A Dynamic Campus
Support from our Patriots Circle Members has allowed us to share the story of the American experience in World War II with millions of visitors to our New Orleans campus, providing a deeper understanding of the war’s enormous impact and how its legacies extend into the present day through innovative exhibits and experiences. Since opening in 2000, the Museum has transformed from one exhibition hall to seven pavilions while expanding in both scope and impact to become the dynamic, world-class institution it is today. Your contributions ensure our campus continues to provide a first-rate experience that educates and inspires.
The Museum Family
As a Patriots Circle Member, you are a key part of the Museum family, and we encourage you to get involved beyond financial support. This includes visiting us on our campus in New Orleans, attending Patriots Circle events local to you, or joining one of our Educational Travel programs. Your Membership includes unlimited admission to the Museum’s galleries, special exhibits, and immersive experiences. We love welcoming our Members along with their families and friends to campus and encourage you to take advantage of this benefit to see firsthand what you have helped us build and accomplish.
