If you’re looking to get out of town for the day and are interested in learning more about a period of history that profoundly changed our world, consider visiting the National Museum of the Pacific War. This six-acre, three-museum complex invites visitors to discover the human story of World War II, with media installations, artifacts and hundreds of photographs. It’s the only museum in the continental U.S. solely dedicated to telling the story of WWII in the Pacific—and it’s just a short drive away, in Fredericksburg, Texas.
Plus, now through February 2, you’ll have the opportunity to see the work of soldier/artist and New Hampshire native, Charles Miller. Curated by The Wright Museum of WWII in Wolfeboro NH, the exhibition features seldom-seen paintings and drawings produced by Miller during his deployment in WWII, providing a firsthand perspective of his experience fighting in the South Pacific Theater. Visitors can also read Miller’s written descriptions on each painting, and in doing so, experience unique historical accounts of the wartime scenes he witnessed. To learn more about the museum and the exhibit, including hours, ticket info and more, visit the museum website.