December 08, 2026, 10:00 AM - 10:20 AM

Learn More + Add to calendar 2026-12-08 10:00:00 AM 2026-12-08 10:20:00 AM America/Mexico_City Louisiana Memorial Pavilion Stage 945 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70130 Storytime at the Museum Spark your child's love of history with our WWII-themed storytime experience.

Location: Louisiana Memorial Pavilion Stage
945 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70130

Join us to spark your child’s love of history with WWII-themed children's books plus fun activities and crafts for kids ages 3 to 8. Check out this month’s theme, book, and activity here.

Storytime is FREE and open to the public! Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian for the duration of the program.

For more information about Storytime at the Museum, email the Youth & Family Engagement Specialist at youthprograms@nationalww2museum.org.

REGISTRATION NOT REQUIRED

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