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The National WWII Museum offers a unique venue for events with a capacity of up to 1,000 guests. Located in the heart of New Orleans, this museum provides a historical backdrop for corporate events, weddings, and receptions. Pricing starts at $2,500 and can go up to $12,000 depending on the event.
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The National WWII Museum Museum in 945 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70130, USA accommodates up to 1000 guests, 50,000 sqft of usable space. $7,250 avg. price for typical events. Popular for Corporate Events, Weddings, Receptions. Amenities include Exhibit Space, Catering Services, AV Equipment, Parking, Wi-Fi. Request a quote to check availability, packages, and date holds. The location offers convenient access for guests and vendors, with flexible layouts to suit seated dinners, cocktail receptions, and hybrid programs.
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Rating: 4.8/5 (28,314 Google reviews)
- 5.0/5:
This museum is absolutely phenomenal! You can tell it was created with deep thought, care, and purpose. The space is massive, filled with immersive, interactive exhibits that pull you in and keep you exploring for hours. The volunteers and docents are incredible; genuinely enthusiastic, deeply knowledgeable, and patient with every curious question. You could easily spend two full days here and still come back to find something new and meaningful. War and the horrors that come with it are never easy to witness, but this museum approaches the subject with unflinching honesty and immense respect. It doesn’t sugarcoat the pain, yet it beautifully honors the courage, sacrifice, and resilience of those who lived through it.
If you’re a history lover, this place will move you, challenge you, and stay with you long after you leave. It’s an unforgettable experience!
– Phoenix DelSol
- 5.0/5:
This is an awesome exhibit dedicated to all Americans who participated in World War II. The photos do not do this place justice. Every exhibit was heavily themed and made you feel like you were in the war. This place also has exhibits that appeal for everyone. My wife is completely disinterested in "old dead white guy history", but she found all of the museum fascinating. She really enjoyed the home front exhibit that depicted what people were doing domestically for the war effort. My favorite part of the museum was the interactive digital video chat they had with veterans. I feel like this was a very hidden gem of the museum, and I could have spent all day talking to the people.
– Brandon Vanness
- 5.0/5:
I had the privilege of stepping into one of the most moving and humbling places I’ve ever visited — The National WWII Museum in New Orleans.
As someone with a deep passion for history, and especially the events of the Second World War, walking through its halls was far more than a tour… it was a journey through the courage, sacrifices, and resilience of an entire generation. Absolutely amazing, amazing institution.
The museum is perfectly chronologically structured, with ample halls and huge displays.The stories, the faces, the voices — they stay with you long after you leave.
If you ever find yourself in New Orleans, I wholeheartedly , highly recommend taking the time to experience this museum. It’s not just about learning history… it’s about feeling it. The impression it leaves is powerful and deeply touching.
– Marian Rohat
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