Explore the human story of World War II in the Pacific at this comprehensive museum located in the hometown of Fleet Admiral Chester W. Nimitz.
The National Museum of the Pacific War offers a profound look into the events of World War II in the Asiatic-Pacific Theater. Spread across a large campus, the museum features the George H.W. Bush Gallery, the Admiral Nimitz Gallery, and the Pacific Combat Zone. Visitors can explore thousands of artifacts, personal stories, and interactive displays that bring history to life. The museum also houses the Center for Pacific War Studies, a premier destination for scholars and historians.
General admission includes access to the George H.W. Bush Gallery, Admiral Nimitz Gallery, and the Pacific Combat Zone exhibits. It does not include admission to The Rescue immersive experience, which requires an add-on ticket.
The museum is open Wednesday through Monday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and is closed on Tuesdays. The Pacific Combat Zone closes at 3:00 PM.
Yes, the museum galleries are accessible by wheelchair. The museum provides wheelchairs free of charge for visitors who need them to tour the George H.W. Bush Gallery and the Admiral Nimitz Gallery.