Portsmouth Naval Shipyard – Part of New Hampshire’s History Since Colonial Times

In 2026, we will celebrate the United States of America’s semiquincentennial, or 250th anniversary. At the Wright Museum, we are commemorating this milestone with our upcoming exhibit highlighting the amazing […]
Making History in 2025 – And Ready to Make More in 2026!

If you made it to the Wright Museum of World War II for our 2025 season, then you know it was a season to remember! For the first time we […]
Honoring America’s Veterans

For as long as the United States has existed, Americans have honored their military veterans. Those who fought in the Revolutionary War were given federal or state land grants and […]
The Battle of Remagen: Advancing the End of the Conflict in Europe

Nine months after D-Day, on March 7, 1945, American soldiers encountered an unexpected opportunity roughly 14 miles south of Bonn, Germany. As Allied troops advanced across France and into Germany, […]
The Battle of Leyte Gulf: An Unlikely American Victory

In October 1944, the United States and Japan engaged in the largest naval battle ever fought. Though it resulted in an American victory and the crippling of the Japanese Navy, […]
Don’t Miss the Wright Museum’s September Lecture Series!

If you thought August was a great month to visit the Wright Museum’s Tuesday night Lecture Series, you definitely don’t want to miss September. This is the last month our […]
August Throughout World War II

August was a notable month in World War II history, containing important military events and lasting cultural influences. Both abroad and at home, Americans were involved in forging history and […]
August Lecture Series

Our Lecture Series is in full swing and full of exciting topics, authors, and discussions this month. It may be August in New Hampshire, but we’ve got cool air and […]
July 4th During World War II

“When we repeat the great pledge to our country and to our flag, it must be our deep conviction that we pledge as well our work, our will, and, if […]
Cold War Espionage Stories: Listening In

This article is being published as part of a series related to the museum’s temporary exhibit From Spies to Satellites: The Cold War Era. The exhibit will be on display […]
Soviet Influence in the United States: The Espionage Activities of Aldrich Ames and Robert Hanssen

This article is being published as part of a series related to the museum’s temporary exhibit From Spies to Satellites: The Cold War Era. The exhibit will be on display […]
The Chaplain Corps Celebrates Its 250th Birthday

Did you know that for as long as Americans have been fighting in wars, there have been chaplains serving alongside them? This year marks the 250th anniversary of the Chaplain […]