The National Museum of the Pacific War

The National Museum of the Pacific War is dedicated to perpetuating the memory of the Pacific Theater of WWII in order that the sacrifices of those who contributed to our victory may never be forgotten. We hope this online visit will make you wish to visit the museum in person.

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05.25.13 05.26.13	Pacific Combat Living History Re-enactment See re-enactors demonstrate the weapons and discuss the tactics and strategy that won WWII
05.27.13	Memorial Day Observance Join us for our annual Memorial Day Program

WWII Re-enactments in May
The popular Living History program brings World War II to life for visitors as re-enactors demonstrate the weapons and discuss the tactics and strategy that won the war. Learn More | View Video | Buy Tickets

2013 Leadership Seminar
Join us for the 2013 Leadership Seminar featuring Donovan Campbell. Click here for details | Click here for Registration

Museum and Rockbox Theater Join Forces to Offer Amazing Savings
The top two attractions for Fredericksburg on Tripadvisor have joined forces to offer tourist and locals alike a great deal on entertainment. Purchase online

Society of Sons & Daughters of World War II Veterans
Join the over 200 members of the Society of Sons and Daughters of WWII Veterans. Click here to visit our website and read more about it!

George H.W. Bush Gallery
The George H.W. Bush Gallery features a 33,000 sq ft state-of-the-art exhibit on the story of WWII in the Pacific and East Asia. From Pearl Harbor to Tokyo Bay, the epic story of the Pacific War is told here as nowhere else.

ADMIRAL NIMITZ MUSEUM
The Admiral Nimitz Museum is located in the historic Nimitz Hotel on Main Street in downtown Fredericksburg, TX. Admiral Nimitz lived in the hotel, owned by his grandfather, during his early childhood.

PACIFIC COMBAT ZONE: PT BOAT
The Pacific Combat Zone is a 3-acre indoor and outdoor exhibit area that features some of the Museum's most spectacular artifacts, including a fully restored WWII veteran PT Boat.

PLAZA OF PRESIDENTS
The Plaza of Presidents is a striking outdoor tribute to the ten American presidents who served in the armed forces during WWII.

PACIFIC COMBAT ZONE: INVASION BEACH
The Pacific Combat Zone occupies a 3-acre site and showcases the museum's large artifacts in thier unique environments, including an invasion beach with landing craft and artillery.

JAPANESE GARDEN OF PEACE
The Japanese Garden of Peace, a gift from Japan to honor Admiral Nimitz for his wise administration and his respect for the Japanese people and their culture in the post-war years, provides an oasis for reflection.

MEMORIAL COURTYARD
The Memorial Courtyard is ringed by beautiful old limestone walls that hold plaques honoring the contributions of individuals, ships and units during the war in the Pacific.


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	Limited to 1500 issued, this detailed two sided, brass coin features The National Museum of the Pacific War's commemorative wreath design.
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The National Museum of the Pacific War 340 East Main Street Fredericksburg, Texas 78624 830.997.8600 (830) 997-8220 info@NimitzFoundation.org		Open daily 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Closed: Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Groups & Tours Museum Layout & Maps Pacific Combat Living History Program Create a Memorial