National Museum of the Pacific War to Host Grand Reopening of the George H.W. Bush Gallery December 6
FREDERICKSBURG, Texas — The National Museum of the Pacific War will celebrate the Grand Reopening of the George H.W. Bush Gallery on Saturday, December 6, 2025, marking the first major renovation of the iconic gallery since 2009. The event will take place at 311 E. Austin Street in Fredericksburg, with a ceremony beginning at 10:00 a.m.
The grand reopening ceremony, running from 10:00 to 10:30 a.m., will feature remarks from museum leadership and a special guest speaker (to be announced). Following the ceremony and a ribbon cutting at 10:30 a.m., admission to the museum will be free for all visitors for the remainder of the day.
The newly reimagined George H.W. Bush Gallery offers a refreshed and immersive experience, featuring new artifacts, interactive displays, and enhanced storytelling elements that bring World War II history to life for visitors of all ages.
“This renovation honors the legacy of President George H.W. Bush and enhances our mission to preserve and share the stories of the Pacific War,” museum officials stated. “We’re excited to welcome guests back to experience this powerful new chapter in our museum’s history.”
Visitors attending the reopening are encouraged to RSVP in advance and plan to explore the museum’s extensive exhibits and outdoor memorial spaces.
📍 Location: National Museum of the Pacific War, 311 E. Austin St., Fredericksburg, TX 78624
🗓️ Date: Saturday, December 6, 2025
🕙 Time: Ceremony 10:00–10:30 a.m.; Museum admission free all day
Be among the first to tour the transformed gallery and celebrate the continued preservation of American history at one of Texas’s most esteemed museums.