Events

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

On Veterans Day, Americans are encouraged to commit themselves to the cause of peace and to honor the nation’s veterans for their courage, honor, patriotism and sacrifice. Join us in honoring veterans with special activities and a free public ceremony on the grounds.

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.

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

Discover the ancient artifacts people found while digging trenches and tunnels during WWI, and delve into the lives of archaeologists who served in battle, with historian Clive Harris.

Walk through a magical glowing wonderland of giant illuminated puppets, balloons and more with StoneLion Puppet Theatre, Kansas City Aerial Arts and glow artists.

Explore the Main Gallery with one of our knowledgeable Museum Guides on a tour translated by an American Sign Language interpreter.

T. E. Lawrence served at the epicenter of British intelligence in West Asia – the Arab Bureau. Examine his relationship with the Bureau, its origins and its post-war legacy.

Members, join a museum curator for an exclusive presentation on the social, cultural and political changes that shaped life in Kansas City after WWI.

What does the United States’ Polish community have to do with Canadian WWI military organizers? Find the answer with Professor Piotr Wróbel (University of Toronto).

Peer through the periscope of history at what changed in naval warfare before and during WWI. Historian Richard Faulkner also dives into British admiral John Fisher’s role in leading these sea changes.

How did WWI soldiers and their families celebrate winter holidays in the midst of war? Ask the Living History Volunteers – and see their collections of non-accessioned WWI objects up close!

It’s our annual holiday screening of the 2005 Oscar-nominated film “Joyeux Noël,” the story of the 1914 Christmas Truce between opposing soldiers on the Western Front.

Museum Members, kick off your holiday at the Museum Store with 20 percent off all purchases – for one night only! Check your email for more information.

Along with concurrent ceremonies across the nation, Wreaths Across America volunteers will lay wreaths on Memorial Courtyard to remember the fallen and honor those who serve.