Even though the fighting ended in Europe with VE-Day on May 8, 1945, the effects of the war and its legacies continue up to this day.
With the onset of COVID-19, the American public is facing an invisible enemy that is changing whole aspects of our lives.
Donald McPherson earned the Congressional Gold Medal and three Distinguished Flying Crosses during his service as a US Navy Pilot aboard the aircraft carrier USS Essex in the final battles of World War II.
Celebrate the beginning of Black History Month with The National WWII Museum!
Join Associate Curator Chase Tomlin as he presents Rolling to Victory: Railroading in World War II.
All scouting troops are invited to join us for The National WWII Museum’s annual Scout Week! This program is designed for Scouts to tour the Museum’s exhibits and explore the history and lessons of World War II. Special pricing on our Museum Campus Pass will be offered to Scouts and their families all week long!