Last updated: May 2, 2024
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World War II Weekend at Eisenhower National Historic Site
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"1944: The Great Crusade"
World War II Weekend
September 20-22, 2024
Join the National Park Service in commemorating the events of 80 years ago for Eisenhower National Historic Site’s 2024 World War II Weekend event. This year’s event’s theme is “1944: The Great Crusade.”
80 years ago, the United States was engaged in a global struggle against fascism and tyranny. From General Eisenhower's "Great Crusade" in Western Europe, to the jungles of Saipan, and to the farm fields and factories of the United States, 1944 saw millions of Americans pull together in pursuit of a common goal, alongside their Allies in arms.
Eisenhower National Historic Site's annual World War II Weekend is a living history focused event that includes guest speakers, ranger guided tours, family activities, and more. This year's event will bring the stories of 1944 to life through three days of programming and interactive activities for visitors of all ages.
A full schedule of events will be posted in summer 2024.
For more information, visit us at: World War II Weekend - Eisenhower National Historic Site (U.S. National Park Service) (nps.gov)
Details
Activity
Living History
This event consists of a living history camp, ranger programs, a family activity tent, and special guest speakers.
Pets Allowed
Yes
Activity Fee
No
Entrance fees may apply, see Fees & Passes information.
Reservations
No
Season
This event takes place annually on the third weekend of September.
Time of Day
Day, Dusk
While most programs take place during the day, there are several evening programs also associated with this event.
Accessibility Information
The living history camp takes place outdoors in a large open field. Accessibility is limited, though golf carts are available to assist those who may have difficulty in walking through the living history camp. The family activity tent will be set up within the living history camp.
Some of the programs with this event are walking tours. Those tours will be taking place through the living history camp, as well as Gettysburg National Cemetery.
Our speakers tent has accessible seating and will be set up near accessible parking.
This event also includes tours of the Eisenhower home. As a historic home from the 1950s, the Eisenhower home is not fully accessible, though a virtual 3D tour of the house is available online here: 3D Tours - Eisenhower National Historic Site (U.S. National Park Service) (nps.gov)
Some of the programs with this event are walking tours. Those tours will be taking place through the living history camp, as well as Gettysburg National Cemetery.
Our speakers tent has accessible seating and will be set up near accessible parking.
This event also includes tours of the Eisenhower home. As a historic home from the 1950s, the Eisenhower home is not fully accessible, though a virtual 3D tour of the house is available online here: 3D Tours - Eisenhower National Historic Site (U.S. National Park Service) (nps.gov)