Veterans Day Commemoration Ceremony

Join us to commemorate those who have selflessly served our country and whose sacrifices we must never forget.

Join us for Veterans Day at The National WWII Museum as we commemorate those who have selflessly served our country and whose sacrifices we must never forget. Held in partnership with the City of New Orleans and Mayor’s Military Advisory Committee, this annual ceremony helps the Museum share the stories of American servicemembers and honor all who have and continue to honorably serve our great nation.

To mark this holiday, the Museum proudly offers FREE admission to veterans of all conflicts.

This year’s Veterans Day ceremony will feature a salute to all servicemembers, presentation of the Mayor’s Military Advisory Committee Veteran of the Year award, and remarks from Major General Andrée Carter, Commanding General of US Army Civil Affairs and Psychological Operations Command (Airborne). A highlight of the event will be the opening of the Museum’s latest special exhibit, Fighting for the Right to Fight: African American Experiences in World War II, which explores the significant role Black Americans played in securing Allied victory despite facing discrimination. On display in the Senator John Alario, Jr. Special Exhibition Hall from November 11, 2024, through July 27, 2025, Fighting for the Right to Fight is presented in honor of Corporal Warren J. Donald, Sr., by the Arnold Donald Family and on display in New Orleans thanks to additional support from Dr. Bobby and Mrs. Lori Kent Savoie and Timber and Peggy Floyd.

Registration for this event is encouraged but not required. For more information, contact veteranprograms@nationalww2museum.org

Location: US Freedom Pavilion: The Boeing Center and Vimeo, Online Event.

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