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WWII Reads: D-Day
Rob Citino, Samuel Zemurray Stone Senior Historian of the Museum, lists his favorite books on D-Day.
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Louisiana Spotlight: Captain Lucien Laborde
Captain Lucien Laborde was one of nearly 280,000 men and women from Louisiana who served in the Armed Forces in World War II.
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From the Collection on National Beer Day
Take a look at some beer-related items from the Museum.
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Medical Innovations: Under Occupation, the Development of Dialysis
In secret, hidden from occupying German forces, Willem Kolff developed the first dialysis machine to save patients from kidney failure. After the war, he brought his device to the United States and made a career in artificial organ development.
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James Edward Robinson, Jr.
James Robinson was a professional soldier who lost his life on April 6, 1945 fighting for his country.
Past Events
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"Fighting for the Right to Fight" Opening Reception
11/16/2024 | 4:00 PM - 6:00 PMJoin us to learn more about the Museum's latest special exhibit, Fighting for the Right to Fight: African American Experiences in World War II.
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Family and Military Appreciation Block Party
11/16/2024 | 9:00 AM - 3:00 PMFamilies across the Greater New Orleans community are invited to explore the Museum’s campus and enjoy live entertainment and family-friendly activities.
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Historian Happy Hour
11/15/2024 | 5:00 PM - 6:00 PMJoin historians from the Jenny Craig Institute for the Study of War and Democracy, The National WWII Museum's research center, for casual conversation over happy hour-priced drinks.
