Children's Museums
The National WWII Museum
📍 945 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70130🕐 Hours
| Monday | 9 AM–5 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Wednesday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Thursday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Friday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–5 PM |
| Sunday | 9 AM–5 PM |
About The National WWII Museum
Military exhibits, planes & 4-D theater. Multi-building museum with interactive submarine exhibit, planes, 4-D theater & eatery downstairs. The museum spans 7 separate buildings dedicated to exploring the American experience in WWII, requiring visitors to plan at least 2-3 days to experience everything. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 29,668 visitors.
Quick Facts
- Type
- History Museum
- Best For
- All ages
- Highlights
- 7 buildings with WWII exhibits, 4D Beyond All Boundaries experience, Freedom Theater, USS New Orleans special exhibit
- Hours
- Daily 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
- Location
- New Orleans
💡 Did You Know?
- The museum spans 7 separate buildings dedicated to exploring the American experience in WWII, requiring visitors to plan at least 2-3 days to experience everything
- The museum offers a return visit discount of $15 if visitors need to come back within 7 days to complete their tour, acknowledging the massive scope of the collection
- Features restored original aircraft, Higgins boats, PT boats, and an interactive submarine exhibit as core attractions alongside 4D immersive experiences
- Hosts upcoming special exhibitions including 'Degenerate! Hitler's War on Modern Art' (November 2025 - May 2026) and 'USS New Orleans at War' (April - February 2027), plus a World War II series premiere with Tom Hanks in May 2026
- Maintains an extensive oral history program with personal stories and donated artifacts from veterans and home front participants, complementing its physical collection
💬 What Visitors Say
- Plan for at least 2-3 days to fully experience all 7 buildings, or use the museum's re-entry policy: keep your receipt within 7 days and return for only $15 instead of full admission price
- Don't miss the Beyond All Boundaries 4D experience and Freedom Theater cinematic experiences—these are consistently highlighted as outstanding and highly immersive highlights that bring the stories to life
- Use the family itinerary and activities guide provided by the museum to enhance your visit and ensure you hit the must-see exhibits and interactive experiences tailored to your group's interests
- Take advantage of special events and add-on experiences throughout the year, including upcoming exhibits like USS New Orleans (April-February 2027) and special performances like the Stage Door Canteen events (May 2026)
- Engage with the knowledgeable and friendly staff and volunteers stationed throughout the 7 buildings—they're consistently praised for answering questions and providing deeper context about artifacts and personal stories
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