The Museum features rotating exhibits that draw on its own collections, as well as relevant traveling exhibits from leading institutions around the world in both its Senator John Alario, Jr. Special Exhibition Hall and Joe W. and Dorothy D. Brown Foundation Special Exhibit Gallery. These exhibits highlight WWII-related subjects not covered in the Museum’s permanent exhibits, as well as more in-depth coverage of subjects that are in its permanent exhibits.
Fighting for the
Right to Fight: African American Experiences in World War II
This special exhibition honors the significant role millions of Black servicemembers and Home Front workers played in securing Allied victory, even as they faced discrimination. Emphasizing the fight for a “Double Victory” against fascism abroad and racism at home, this groundbreaking exhibit explores the challenges faced by and accomplishments of African Americans before, during, and after World War II.
On display November 11, 2024, to August 24, 2025, in the Senator John Alario, Jr. Special Exhibition Hall
On American Shores: The Aleutian Islands Campaign
This new special exhibit examines the often-overlooked Japanese invasion of the Aleutian Islands in Alaska and the subsequent efforts to repulse the only seizure of North American soil that occurred during World War II.
On display March 26, 2025, through January 11, 2026, in The Joe W. and Dorothy D. Brown Foundation Special Exhibit Gallery
