Events

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

The Salvation Army made doughnuts in WWI to help boost morale. “Dough-not” miss your chance to enjoy the sweet treats on National Doughnut Day.

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

Join us for a live patriotic musical revue from the American Legion Band! In 1916, President Woodrow Wilson issued a proclamation officially establishing June 14 as Flag Day.

Taps, a musical piece sounded at dusk and at funerals, has a rich history in the U.S. We invite you to join us for a sunset ceremony at Liberty Memorial Tower each evening.

Explore how free expression has been challenged, protected and politicized by political parties in the U.S. in a panel conversation including author Jonathan Turley.

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

Doctors and nurses evolved emergency medical practices enormously in WWI – including storing blood for future transfusions. Donate in their honor to support those in need.

Stop by the front entrance to send birthday wishes to Uncle Sam as part of the #OnOur250th initiative honoring the United States’ 250th birthday next year.

Kansas City’s official Independence Day celebration! Bring your friends and family to grab a bite to eat, shop from local vendors, listen to live music and enjoy the largest fireworks display in the city.

Join us as the Living History Volunteers share how medicine was used in WWI and how it changed in response to new diseases and injuries.

Join the National Council for the Social Studies for the 2025 Summer Leadership Institute as we embark on an inspiring journey to empower social studies and aspiring leaders across the nation.

Examine the significant impact WWI had on churches, synagogues and mosques and how they became both casualties and symbols of resilience. Exclusive to Museum Members.

Join The Modernists this month for good company, conversation and atmosphere. Open to members and non-members alike.

"WWI and the Age of Innovation" is a five-day residential Summer Institute for 4th-12th grade educators. This competitive and rewarding professional development will assist teachers in integrating stories of innovation and change spurred on by the Great War in their classrooms. Applications due March 31, 2025.