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PT-305: A New Orleans Hometown Hero
As 1943 turned to 1944, PT-305 departed New Orleans, and she would not be back for more than six decades.
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The National WWII Museum Announces Plan to Return Restored, Operational Higgins Patrol-Torpedo Boat to Lake Pontchartrain
The National WWII Museum today announced plans to return restored patrol-torpedo (PT) boat PT-305 to her home waters of Lake Pontchartrain, where she was originally tested by Higgins Industries more than 70 years ago. The Museum launched the first phase of the plan this morning: a Kickstarter campaign to raise funds necessary to move PT-305 to the water, test her for passenger use and, for the first time, offer civilians the chance to take a ride on a fully restored combat-veteran PT boat – the fastest US naval ship in World War II.
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The National WWII Museum Commemorates Memorial Day
The National WWII Museum will commemorate Memorial Day by honoring the courage and sacrifice of fallen servicemembers through a series of public programs. On May 30, the Museum’s events will kick off at 10:30 a.m. with patriotic music selections by the Marine Corps Band New Orleans Brass Quintet. The performance will be followed by a special ceremony featuring personal tributes from relatives of those who lost their lives during World War II.
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1936, a Year for the Worker: Labor Action and the Reelection of Franklin D. Roosevelt
In 1936, strikes and protests achieved major gains for American workers and set the stage for organized labor’s contribution to the struggle against fascism in World War II.
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WWII Travel Itinerary - Drive Back to Houston
Here's more World War II to discover on your drive to Houston.
Past Events
On the Road with Bob Hope & Friends (All-New Variety Show!)
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On the Road with Bob Hope & Friends (All-New Variety Show!)This all-new variety show takes you on a journey of Bob Hope revues from the end of World War II through Vietnam. The talented cast of seven includes Bill Johnson as Bob Hope, and a bevy of beauties singing the hits of Joey Heatherton, Jayne Mansfield, Ann-Margret, and more!
6:00 p.m. Dinner Seating, 8:00 p.m. Show-Only Ticket
This all-new variety show takes you on a journey of Bob Hope revues from the end of World War II through Vietnam. The talented cast of seven includes Bill Johnson as Bob Hope, and a bevy of beauties singing the hits of Joey Heatherton, Jayne Mansfield, Ann-Margret, and more!
Veterans Day at the Museum
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Veterans Day at the MuseumEach year, on Veterans Day, we commemorate veterans and their service to our country—and, in turn, all veterans receive free Museum admission on this special occasion. WWII veterans receive free admission every day to Museum exhibit galleries, Beyond All Boundaries and Final Mission: USS Tang Submarine Experience.
Each year, on Veterans Day, we commemorate veterans and their service to our country—and, in turn, all veterans receive free Museum admission on this special occasion. WWII veterans receive free admission every day to Museum exhibit galleries, Beyond All Boundaries and Final Mission: USS Tang Submarine Experience.
10:00 am – 3:00 pm
Hands-On History
Louisiana Memorial Pavilion
10:30 am – 11:00 am
American Legion Band Performance
US Freedom Pavilion: The Boeing Center
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Veterans Day Commemoration Ceremony featuring Medal of Honor recipient Jay Vargas
US Freedom Pavilion: The Boeing Center
12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Knit Your Bit Scarf Handout to Veterans and Knit-In
US Freedom Pavilion: The Boeing Center
Free Teacher Professional Development Webinar
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Free Teacher Professional Development WebinarLouisiana in World War II Teacher Professional Development Webinar
Louisiana in World War II Teacher Professional Development Webinar
Cost: Free
How did Louisiana and Louisianans contribute to the Allied victory in World War II, and what was it like to live in Louisiana during wartime? Join Teacher Programs & Curriculum Coordinator Joshua Goodman, PhD, to explore new tools for teaching about this critical era in Louisiana history. The webinar will introduce the Museum’s new curriculum guide on this topic, which utilizes artifacts, personal stories, and primary sources from the Museum’s newest special exhibit, The Pelican State Goes to War: Louisiana in World War II. The guide contains essays, lesson plans, and access to digital media to help you explain how everyday Louisianans experienced the war, how all parts of Louisiana contributed to victory, and how the war permanently transformed the state. The program will close with an in-depth photo analysis activity and Q&A with Dr. Goodman.
This webinar is perfect for 8 – 12th grade teachers, but all are welcome. Teachers participating live will receive a letter certifying their involvement for professional development credit. All registrants will receive the e-version of The Pelican State Goes to War: Louisiana in World War II curriculum guide.
Register today!
