This spring, The National WWII Museum in New Orleans continues to tell the story of the American experience in World War II with new exhibitions, behind-the-scenes tours, a new show from the Victory Belles, and more!
The Museum mourns the passing of WWII veteran, longtime US Senator, presidential candidate, and American Spirit Award recipient Bob Dole, who passed away December 5, 2021.
On February 19, 1942, President Roosevelt issued Executive Order 9066, that ultimately laid the foundation for the forced removal and subsequent incarceration of over 125,000 individuals of Japanese ancestry, two thirds of whom were American citizens.
When the troop ship he was aboard in the North Atlantic began sinking, Rabbi Alexander Goode and his fellow chaplains sacrificed themselves so that others could live.
The V-2 developed by Wernher von Braun was a revolutionary breakthrough in rocket and missile technology.
Celebrate Digital Learning Day and Black History Month in this dynamic and interactive webcast!
Come enjoy a complimentary beverage and mingle with colleagues as you browse the Museum’s STEM Innovation Gallery, which is dedicated to the story of how science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) contributed—and advanced—in World War II. We’ll have the latest information about the Museum’s educational programs, door prizes, and free refreshments.