October at the Mighty Eighth: A Month of Living History

This October, the National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force in Pooler, Georgia, invites visitors to experience World War II history through distinctive programs blending education, remembrance, and inspiration. From author talks to immersive learning and aviation...

Trail Launches Affiliate Partner Program

The Georgia World War II Heritage Trail today announced the introduction of its Affiliate Partner Program, inviting museums, historic sites, and community organizations across the state to join in preserving and sharing the stories of Georgia’s Greatest Generation....

WWII Flight Training Museum Awarded Preservation Grant

The World War II Flight Training Museum in Douglas has received new support to safeguard its historic legacy. The Georgia State Historic Preservation Office has awarded the City of Douglas a $6,780 subgrant to fund the museum’s master plan. The grant is part of a...

National POW/MIA Recognition Day: Honoring Captivity and Courage

On September 19, 2025, the Georgia WWII Heritage Trail joins the nation in observing National POW/MIA Recognition Day—a solemn occasion to remember American prisoners of war and those still missing. Anchored by the National Prisoner of War Museum in Andersonville,...