Wellington Marks 80 Years Since VJ Day with Special Museum Display
The Wellington Local History & Museum Society is commemorating a momentous milestone, the 80th anniversary of VJ Day 2025, with a poignant and visually striking exhibition.
The museum’s window now captures the eye with evocative images from that historic day. Inside, visitors are met with a curated collection of authentic wartime artefacts, each telling its own story of sacrifice, survival, and victory.
This showcase forms part of the town’s broader programme of anniversary events. The celebrations will reach their peak on Friday, 15 August, with a special evening gathering in Wellington Park. “Details of this event can be obtained from the council offices on Fore Street,” organisers confirmed.
Entry to the museum remains free of charge, though voluntary donations are warmly welcomed. Those wanting to take home a memento can browse a brand-new selection of souvenirs, appealing to both history buffs and casual visitors alike.
The anniversary display offers a rare opportunity to reflect on the end of the Second World War, honouring those who served and those who waited. In a year marking eight decades since peace was declared, the town’s tribute serves as both remembrance and celebration.
Further details on the exhibition and other ongoing displays can be found via the official Wellington Museum website.
