Wright Museum of World War II

09/07/2026

According to the U.S. Department of Labor, Labor Day was created to “celebrate the social and economic achievements of American workers.”

Today, we honor the generations of workers whose dedication helped build our communities and shape our nation's history.

Happy Labor Day!

09/05/2026

The front lines and home front were blurred during World War II in New Hampshire at Camp Stark.

Read about this prisoner of war (POW) camp operational from 1944 to 1946 that housed German POWs captured in North Africa and Normandy, France.

Nestled deep in New Hampshire forests, Camp Stark served as a labor camp rather than a high-security facility, reflecting the unique dynamics and challenges of POW management during the war.

Find the blog post on our website or here:
https://ow.ly/4ujy50ZCqLo

09/03/2026

Meet one of the passionate interns helping preserve history at the Wright Museum, Luke A.

A graduate of Saint Anselm College with a bachelor’s degree in American studies and a master’s degree in museum studies from the University of Oklahoma, his lifelong love of history began with childhood trips to Greece, where visits to historic sites and museums sparked a fascination that continues today.

At the Wright Museum, Luke enjoys exploring the connections between the home front and battlefront during World War II, researching historical journeys, and working alongside the Museum's incredible collection of artifacts, including its vintage vehicles and small arms collection.

We're grateful to have dedicated, passionate historians to help bring the stories of the Greatest Generation to life.

09/02/2026

On This Day:
On September 2, 1945, World War II officially came to a close. The Japanese delegation boarded the USS Missouri in Tokyo Bay to sign the Instrument of Surrender. Though surrender had been announced earlier on August 14/15, the formal signing ceremony officially ended the deadliest conflict in human history.

08/31/2026

Tomorrow, author and journalist Katie Sanders shares how she discovered that her grandfather, a Jewish-American pilot who was shot down over France just a month before D-Day, had been rescued by Peter Ortiz—the most highly decorated member of the Office of Strategic Services.

For information on our remaining lectures, head to our website or learn more here: https://ow.ly/7hM350ZCqxQ

08/28/2026

The story doesn't end on the page.

Join award-winning journalist Katie S. Sanders on September 1 as she shares what went into researching and writing “Ortiz’s War,” her and historian Nicholas Reynolds’ new book chronicling the extraordinary life and legacy of OSS Marine Peter Ortiz.

Reserve your seat today and discover the story of one of World War II's most remarkable under-known heroes. Find details on our website or here: https://ow.ly/w0Wh50ZtX8M

08/27/2026

Every great history book begins with a question.

For Katie S. Sanders, a journalist who writes about hidden corners of World War II history, the question of “Who was Peter Ortiz?” became personal after she discovered that her grandfather, a Jewish-American pilot shot down over France a month before D-Day, had been personally rescued by Ortiz, the most battle-decorated member of the Office of Strategic Services.

That discovery led to years of research with historian Nicholas Reynolds and, ultimately, “Ortiz's War.”

Join Katie at the Wright Museum on September 1 to hear about this remarkable slice of World War II history. All the details are on our website or here: https://ow.ly/AOAx50ZtX6O

08/26/2026

Thanks for the shout out, Only In New Hampshire!

This small history museum showcases a rare collection documenting life during World War II, blending battlefield stories with homefront experiences. Link in comments to find out more. ⬇️

08/26/2026

Test your knowledge and take our quiz on what it was like to grow up during World War II.

Why this topic? It might have something to do with one of next year’s exhibits!

Take the quiz here: https://ow.ly/ESNP50ZtX3t