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Liberation of the Philippines 1945
The final liberation of the Philippines at the end of World War II released Filipinos from years of torment—but recognition of their courage and sacrifice was slow in coming.
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A Survivor at the Surrender, USS West Virginia
Severely damaged by Japanese torpedoes at Pearl Harbor, USS West Virginia returned to service in October 1944. When the Japanese surrendered on September 2, 1945, she was in Tokyo Bay, a symbol of the resilience of the United States Navy.
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Witnesses: Percival & Wainwright on V-J Day
On V-J Day, MacArthur invited two unexpected guests to witness the signing.
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From Hiroshima to Human Extinction: Norman Cousins and the Atomic Age
In 1945 the American intellectual, Norman Cousins, was one of the first to raise terrifying questions for humanity about the successful splitting of the atom.
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"Everyone Has a Katrina Story”: 15 Years of Reflection
One of the Museum's longest-serving employees reflects on one of the most trying times in the institution's history.
Past Events
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Blue Star Museums Program
05/18/2024 - 09/02/2024Active-duty servicemembers and up to five family members receive free Museum admission.
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The Victory Belles Illuminate the Night
08/31/2024 | 6:30 PM - 9:00 PMJoin our signature vocal trio the Victory Belles for an evening of 1940s tunes paired with our state-of-the-art outdoor sound and light show, Expressions of America.
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Sensory Friendly Mornings
08/31/2024 | 8:00 AM - 12:00 PMAvailable on the last Saturday of each month, Sensory 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.
