The National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force's monthly Mighty Talk series continue with A Fortress and a Legacy, presented by J. Ross Geene. This program will take place on August 20th at 11:00 am at the museum. The program is free to the public, but please register at https://forms.gle/CkGJ5Y7RLhsThypf6 Optional Lunch: Join us […]
The National Museum of the Mighty Eighth Air Force's monthly Mighty Talk series continues with One Pilot’s Story: From Pittsburg to the Ardennes, presented by Bruce Halley. This program will take place on August 26th at 11:00 am at the museum. The program is free to the public, but please register at https://forms.gle/RpZKBZ2HCT3PNMMN9 Optional Lunch: […]
National POW/MIA Recognition Day: The POW ExperienceSeptember 18National Prisoner of War MuseumTimes TBD Join us as we observe National POW/MIA Recognition Day with special ranger-led programs throughout the day inside the National POW Museum. These programs will explore the shared experiences of prisoners of war across American history, from the moment of capture and the […]
Korean War & Vietnam War POW WeekendSeptember 19–20All Day The third program in our Freedom 250 commemorative series will highlight the experiences of prisoners of war during the Korean War and the Vietnam War. Throughout the weekend, visitors can meet living historians, observe demonstrations, and participate in a special Freedom 250 activity designed for all […]
Civil War Medicine at AndersonvilleOctober 10 Join us for an interactive program exploring Civil War medicine and medical treatment at Andersonville Prison. This program will examine common illnesses, medical practices, and the challenges faced by surgeons and prisoners in the hospital setting. Additional details, including program times and location, will be announced soon.
World Wars POW WeekendNovember 7–8 The fourth program in our Freedom 250 commemorative series will highlight the experiences of prisoners of war during World War I and World War II. Throughout the weekend, visitors can meet living historians and participate in a special Freedom 250 activity designed for all ages. Join us for two days […]
Each December, Andersonville National Historic Site participates in the Wreaths Across America program as a special way to honor and remember the sacrifice of military service members during the holiday season. Wreaths sponsored through the nonprofit Wreaths Across America organization are delivered to and placed on gravesites in national cemeteries across the country, including Andersonville National Cemetery. […]