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Exhibitions

The Little War

Explore the lives of children swept up by the storms of World War I while adults were fighting on th...

Sacred Service

Rabbis, pastors, monks, imams, priests and more served with the fighting nations of World War I; man...

Virtual Reality Experiences

Experience the Great War like you never have before in 3D virtual reality: A battle in a trench on t...

War Toys: Ukraine

Twelve Ukrainian children's drawings are presented alongside photographer Brian McCarty's photograph...

Mail Call

On envelopes carrying letters to his son, John Ross Myers carefully painted cartoons, scenes of camp...

Bergman Family Gallery and Open Storage Center

Included with your General Admission ticket, the Lower Level features the Bergman Family Gallery and...

Main Gallery: The World War, 1914-1919

Included with your General Admission ticket, the Main Gallery of the National WWI Museum and Memoria...
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Upcoming Events

All Events
Live Programming
Saturdays at 11 a.m.
History is brought to life in this family-friendly program in which guests of all ages are invited to handle Great War artifacts.
Discount Admission
October 1-31, 2024 (when open) | 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
$6 admission tickets all month long for homeschool students 18 and under. Tickets can be purchased only in-person at the Ticketing Counter.
Panel and reception
Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2024 - 6 p.m.
Against the backdrop of the 2024 presidential election, we dive into questions on the American press’s role, responsibilities and influence on U.S. el...
Trivia Night
Friday, Oct. 25, 2024 - 6:30 p.m.
Indulge in Shire-inspired refreshments and test your knowledge of the life and works of WWI veteran J.R.R. Tolkien to win precious prizes! Teams and s...
Exercise Session
Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024 - 8:45 a.m.
Stretch out (like WWI Internee Joseph Pilates) and sip some cold-pressed juice, all in one free session.
Living History
Saturday, Oct. 26 - Sunday, Oct. 27, 2024
View artifacts up close and participate in a variety of activities as you explore the global history of the Great War with the Living History Voluntee...

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