In honor of The Hershel “Woody” Williams Medal of Honor Foundation’s commitment to honoring Gold Star families, the Foundation has gifted The National WWII Museum with a Gold Star mural located on the side of the institution’s Louisiana Memorial Pavilion. The 26x14-foot painting will act as a lasting tribute to families who have lost a loved one in the service of the nation’s military, while also preserving the memory of the fallen and standing as a stark reminder that freedom is not free.

My Way: A Musical Tribute to Frank Sinatra opening Friday, March 15, at the Stage Door Canteen, runs until Sunday, May 12.

The National WWII Museum hosts his official book pre-release event, presented in partnership with 89.9 WWNO-FM, on the 68th anniversary of V-E Day, Wednesday, May 8, 2013.

This month, The National WWII Museum is celebrating 10 years of Knit Your Bit – a volunteer-based effort to collect and distribute hand-knit scarves to veterans. On September 17, knitters and crocheters are invited to participate in a knit-in beneath the suspended planes of the Museum’s US Freedom Pavilion: The Boeing Center. During the event, which takes place from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., area knitting shops will also display their crafts, and local students will distribute scarves to any veterans who visit the Museum.

The National WWII Museum’s live theater venue, the Stage Door Canteen, announces its first-ever package offering for the 2013-2014 season. The new season packages include five great shows for only $250, a $50 savings. All dinner, brunch and matinee packages are available with dining packages by The American Sector.