Events

History is brought to life in this family-friendly program in which guests of all ages are invited to handle Great War artifacts. 

Go up Liberty Memorial Tower after hours for the rare opportunity to take in the evening Kansas City skyline from the top. (Weather permitting)

Enjoy a discount all week long (on days the Museum and Memorial is open) for any homeschool student 18 and under. Available at the Ticketing Counter only.

Peacekeeping, pioneered by the League of Nations, is at a crossroads. Join international military and U.N. officers in discussing its future at a time of escalating global tensions.

Join award-winning author Alice Winn to discuss the inspiration and research behind her novel “In Memoriam,” set in the throes of WWI.

Middle and high school educators are invited to attend the Medal of Honor Character Development Program training day hosted at the Museum and Memorial.

Above the clouds and under choppy waters, explore the wide variety of battle strategies beyond trenches.

Progressive philosopher Cornel West and conservative legal scholar Robert George discuss their commitment to respectful debate on the questions that matter most, moderated by war correspondent Jane Ferguson.

The Museum and Memorial is teaming with area amateur radio operators for special event station WW1USA. All short-wave radio operators welcome.

The Living History Volunteers are here on the grounds all weekend to share WWI stories and real WWI artifacts. Bring your curiosity and questions!

Despite tanks, artillery and machine guns, most belligerent nations still considered horse cavalry essential in WWI – even by 1918. Ride along with historian Lou DiMarco.

Educators attending the 2025 Symposium: turn it into four hours of professional development credit by joining this face-to-face workshop discussing classroom takeaways from the sessions.

Museum Members, come see the newest blockbuster exhibition Paris at War before it opens to the public. Explore the City of Light’s transformation into a city on the frontlines.

Anyone, regardless of military service status or yoga knowledge, is welcome to join the Veterans Yoga Project for a low-impact session that quiets the mind and develops flexibility.

The United States Air Force Band’s jazzy musical revue celebrates the service of American veterans during this year’s Veterans Day Weekend.