Sometimes the reminders of our country’s past are tucked away into locations that you might not expect. When one thinks of documenting American history, the larger institutions in major cities may be the first that come to mind. Situated in the Lakes Region of Wolfeboro, however, is a small history museum in NH dedicated to documenting and preserving an era of international conflict.

The Wright Museum of World War II opened in 1994, a creation of its founder David Wright. It was his dream to create a public appreciation of this time in America's history.
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Originally a mobile exhibition that was made available by Wright, it later moved to a permanent home along the Smith River in Wolfeboro.
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The museum's collection includes carefully preserved items dating from 1939 to 1945. It has become a national repository for these historically significant items.
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The museum's irreplaceable collection combined with a selection of fully operational military vehicles document this tumultuous time in United States history.
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Unique to this museum in comparison to other similar institutions, the collection here is representative of life both on the battlefield and at home.
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The 34,000 square foot complex also acts as an educational outlet, offering programs and tours, and serves as host to traveling exhibits.
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There is ample parking for the museum, children are welcome, and the facility is handicap accessible.
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If you are a history or military buff (I love old history), then a visit to this history museum in NH should be on your list. Learn more by visiting the Wright Museum of World War II website and following Wright Museum of World War II on Facebook for the latest updates.

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Wright Museum of World War II, 77 Center St, Wolfeboro, NH 03894, USA