Kids & Families

Family Block Party

Families across the Greater New Orleans community are invited to explore the Museum’s campus and enjoy live entertainment and family-friendly activities.

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Families both civilian and military across the Greater New Orleans community are invited to enjoy live entertainment and family-friendly activities at our annual Family and Military Appreciation Block Party! Plus, explore our campus and see why The National WWII Museum is one of the top attractions in the city—and country.

Activities include:

  • Local military displays from the Louisiana National Guard and US Coast Guard, Marine Corps, and Army
  • Hands-on games and activities with local organizations
  • Free face painting from New Orleans Face and Body Painting
  • Free sno-balls from Sneaux-La Snoballs
  • Screening of the Tulane vs. Navy football game

The Block Party is included with Museum admission. Admission is FREE for K–12 students, children under 5, Louisiana residents, US military members, veterans, and spouses of military/veterans.

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