Mike Folan recognized as June Granite Stater of the Month for WWII research
WASHINGTON – Following the 80th anniversary of D-Day, U.S. Sen. Maggie Hassan recognized Mike Folan of Alton (pictured with students at the Wright Museum) as June’s Granite Stater of the […]
Veterans Social Muster
Calling all veterans, young and old! The American Legion’s Veterans Social Muster (VSM) is an opportunity for veterans and their families to receive interesting and valuable veteran-related information and socialize with fellow veterans.
Former Executive Director Remembered
The Wright Museum is saddened to announce the unexpected passing of former executive director Michael Culver on June 18, 2024.
The Anniversary of Two Significant World War II Events – Part One
June marks two significant anniversaries of events that eventually determined the outcome of World War II. One took place in 1942 in the Pacific Theater, the other in 1944 in the European Theater. Both allowed Allied forces to gain an offensive hold that would ultimately lead to victory.
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.
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.
Sculpture Dedication and Lecture: “The Role of Memorials and Monuments”
On Tuesday, September 5th, the Wright Museum of World War II is thrilled to announce the dedication ceremony of “The Homecoming” a sculpture created by renowned artist Robert Shure of […]
Renowned Historian to Deliver Lecture at Museum
The Wright Museum of WWII is excited to announce that Edward E. Gordon, Ph.D., a leading expert in World War II history will be delivering a lecture at the museum […]
Wright Museum presents “Pvt. Charles J. Miller: WWII Paintings from the South Pacific”
The Wright Museum of World War II is proud to present the extraordinary paintings of the WWII soldier/artist Charles J. Miller. A self-taught draftsman and painter with a remarkable inherent […]
Surprise Visitors for Christmas Eve
On December 16th, 1944, Adolf Hitler launched a surprise attack against the Allied soldiers in Belgium’s dense Ardennes Forest in what became known as the Battle of the Bulge. The […]