On Track to Triumph: The Impact of the Hollywood Victory Caravan in World War II
The Hollywood Victory Caravan stands as a remarkable testament to the power of celebrity influence and national unity during one of the most trying periods in modern history.
Wright Museum Lecture Series to Kick Off Season on June 4th
The Wright Museum is excited to begin its 2024 Lecture Series this month. Join us every Tuesday in June from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m. in the DuQuoin Education Center on the first floor of the museum.
Breaking News: WMUR Invades the Wright Museum for D-Day Anniversary Extravaganza!
Brace yourselves, history buffs and thrill-seekers alike! WMUR’s hit show NH Chronicle is gearing up for an epic takeover of the Wright Museum of WWII in Wolfeboro. From May 27th […]
Memorial Day: How America Came to Honor Its Fallen Warriors on the Last Day in May
Setting aside a day to honor those who have died defending their countries is not a new concept. In fact, historians date western traditions of honoring fallen soldiers with large-scale public commemorations back to ancient Greece.
How Women Served: An Overview of World War II Women in Uniform
On the home front, six million women served in factories and three million volunteered with the Red Cross during the war. By all accounts, women were a critical factor in the Allied forces eventual victory.
The Wright Museum Opens for Its 30th Season
The Wright Museum opened its doors for the season on May 1, 2024, kicking off a season that will see it celebrate its 30th year.
Veterans Social Muster: A Monthly Event at The Wright Museum
Please join Wolfeboro’s American Legion Harriman-Hale Post 18 at the Wright Museum of World War II for a monthly “Veterans Social Muster” (VSM), which will be open to all veterans. The VSM will be an opportunity for veterans to meet and informally socialize with fellow veterans.
How the Home Front Became a Light During World War II Blackouts
As the world was engulfed in the turmoil of World War II, nations mobilized their resources and populations in an unprecedented effort to secure victory. Amidst the sacrifices and cooperation demanded by the war effort, one aspect of civilian life stood out as both symbolic and crucial: the blackout.
30th Anniversary Online Store Open Now Through May 12.
Celebrate the 30th Anniversary of the Wright Museum of World War II with special apparel and gift items. The store is open now through May 12, 2024. Visit the online […]
The Wright Museum Among The Saturday Evening Post’s Best Private Military Museums
Recently, The Saturday Evening Post named The Wright Museum of World War II among the nation’s best private military museums. The publication highlighted the museum’s focus on “the small things, particularly when it comes to the home front.”
Award-Winning Television Broadcaster Jeff Bartlett Joins the Board of Directors
The Wright Museum of WWII proudly announces the appointment of Jeff Bartlett, an esteemed veteran television broadcaster, to its board of directors. With an illustrious career marked by deep journalism […]
Wright Museum Open for Special Pre-Season Event: Eclipse Weekend
Are you visiting New Hampshire for the upcoming total solar eclipse on April 8th and looking for things to do over the weekend? To welcome visitors to the region, the […]