Lenoir County Remembers: End of WWII Commemoration Event 80th Anniversary, 26 September | Event in Kinston

Lenoir County Remembers: End of WWII Commemoration Event 80th Anniversary

Friends of the CSS Neuse Museum

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Fri, 26 Sep, 2025 at 04:00 pm

100 North Queen Street, Kinston, NC, United States, North Carolina 28501

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Fri, 26 Sep, 2025 at 04:00 pm - Sat, 27 Sep, 2025 at 10:00 pm (EDT)

100 North Queen Street, North Carolina 28501

100 N Queen St, Kinston, NC 28501-4928, United States, Kinston, North Carolina

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Lenoir County Remembers: End of WWII Commemoration Event 80th Anniversary
Thank you for your support! This event is co-hosted by both the Friends of the CSS Neuse Museum and Visit Kinston!!


This is a limited seating event - there are 2 ticket types available:

Option 1 - Friday Night, Saturday Day/Night - All Access - $60
Option 2 - For those that just want to have dinner and dance Saturday Night - $30

**⚓ Lenoir County Remembers: End of WWII Commemoration Event 80th Anniversary ⚓**

**📍 Friday – Welcome & Remembrance**
**1600hrs** – Check-in begins at the *American Legion Building* (300 N McLewean St, Kinston, NC).
Guests are invited to browse an intimate display showcasing the spirit and sacrifice of the WWII era—open before and after dinner.

**1800hrs - 1900hrs** – *Mess Hall Dinner is served!*
Pull up a chair and enjoy a hearty meal among friends and history buffs.
**Special Presentation:** WWII through the eyes of historian **Cliff Tyndall**.

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**🪖 Saturday Daytime – History Comes Alive**

**0900 hrs** – Muster at the *CSS Neuse Museum* (100 N Queen St).
**0930 hrs** – Ceremony begins on the *Courthouse Grounds*—a tribute to those who served.

**1000–1200 hrs** – Climb aboard for a guided bus tour with Cliff Tyndall exploring Lenoir County’s WWII landmarks

**1200–1400 hrs** – Chow time at the American Legion!
While you dine, take another stroll through the engaging exhibits on site.

**1500 hrs** – The Legion closes to the public.
**1400–1700 hrs** – Rest & recharge before a dazzling evening.

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**💃 Saturday Night – Swing Into the '40s**

Slip into your best *1940s regalia* and lace up those dancing shoes!

**1730hrs** – Check-in for the *USO-style dance* at the CSS Neuse Museum.
**1800hrs** – Dinner is served.
**1900hrs - 2000hrs** – Let the *Big Band* rhythms sweep you upstairs for live dancing.
**2000hrs - 2200hrs** – Keep the celebration going with a toe-tapping DJ set of classic 1940s hits.

Hollywood Stars and Starlets will be there to Dazzle you!


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Lenoir County Remembers: End of WWII Commemoration Event 80th Anniversary, 26 September | Event in Kinston
Lenoir County Remembers: End of WWII Commemoration Event 80th Anniversary
Fri, 26 Sep, 2025 at 04:00 pm