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Discover the remarkable life of Ron Hatcher, a Stars and Stripes journalist who captured the raw, unfiltered truth of military life from Korea to Tokyo.
Welcome to Liberty Days 2026! Schedule for Friday, October 2nd 9 AM- Schools Arrive
Journey through history at the 14th Annual Liberty Days 2026 on October 2–3! Experience a living history timeline featuring a period village, weapons demonstrations, battle reenactments, and live entertainment. This family-friendly event at the Stars and Stripes National Museum and Library offers a hands-on look at the past with food, crafts, and educational fun for all ages.
Join us for Kids Day at the Museum: Occupy Bloomfield 2026 on Saturday, July 25 from 10 am to 4 pm.
Stars and Stripes Museum Summer Camp for Aspiring Journalists: The 4th Annual Journalism Summer Camp will be held Monday, July 13 to Friday, July 17, 2026 from 10am to 4pm each day at The Stars and Stripes National Museum and Library.
Brian S. Brooks is a former associate dean and longtime faculty member at the University