Veterans Appreciation Week // Nov. 11-14

All veterans and active duty receive free admission with id

In recognition of Veterans Day later this week, we’re honored to provide complimentary admission to all veterans and active-duty military from Thursday, Nov. 11 through Sunday, Nov. 14 with military ID.

Guests can also join Paralympian Melissa Stockwell for a special Veterans Day program at 11:00 a.m. in the Mary K. Chapman special events space, followed by a public autograph and book signing in the Atrium from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. Both events are free to members and Museum ticket holders for Nov. 13. Register today. Stockwell is a three-time Paralympian, having competed in Para triathlon and Para swimming, and she is a former U.S. Army officer.

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Veterans Appreciation Week // Nov. 11-14

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