Watch an archived video of the commemoration ceremony. 

Veterans, their families and the general public will come together this weekend for a series of events at The National WWII Museum held in honor of Memorial Day.

After temporarily closing its doors on March 13, 2020 to protect the health and safety of visitors, staff and volunteers, The National WWII Museum today announced it will officially reopen to the public on Memorial Day, May 25, 2020.

Join us for a day of solemn remembrance of those who paid the ultimate price for their country.

Beginning with Memorial Day on May 31, a series of major events, ceremonies, special exhibits and lectures will be taking place at The National World War II Museum in New Orleans. The commemorative period will culminate with a weekend of special events June 5-6 to honor the 66th anniversary of the D-Day invasion at Normandy and to celebrate the Museum’s 10th anniversary.