From the origins of the National WWI Museum and Memorial, to current exhibitions and events, learn everything the Museum and Memorial has to offer.
Liberty Memorial Tower
Take an elevator, followed by 45 stairs, to the open-air observation deck for a breathtaking view of the Kansas City skyline. At night, a Flame of Inspiration, created by steam and lighting effects, is emitted from the top of the tower and can be seen from miles away. The monument received designation as a National Historic Landmark in 2006 and recognition from Congress as a national memorial in 2014.
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Upcoming Events
All Events
Live Programming
Saturdays at 11 a.m.
History is brought to life in this family-friendly program in which guests of all ages are invited to handle Great War artifacts.
Weekly chat
Fridays at 10:15 a.m.
All through summer 2024, join Curatorial Affairs staff each week for an in-depth examination of an artifact and its incredible history from the Museum...
Summer Educator Institute
July 14-18, 2024
The National WWI Museum and Memorial is excited to offer a Summer 2024 professional learning opportunity to assist teachers in integrating literature ...
Film screening and conversation
Tuesday, July 16 | 6 p.m. screening, 7 p.m. conversation
Roll with us through the first episode of documentary series “War Movie” and the following conversation with director Steven Summers on how U.S. war f...
Exercise Session
Saturday, July 20 - 8:45 a.m.
Stretch out (like WWI internee Joseph Pilates) and sip some cold-pressed juice, all in one free session.
Lecture
Sunday, July 21 - 2 p.m. Central Time
Examine T. E. Lawrence’s letters and memoirs with Dr. Barbara Cooke, witnessing Lawrence’s search for his own identity while in the shadow of his famo...
“The National WWI Museum and Memorial is America’s museum dedicated to remembering, interpreting and understanding the Great War and its enduring impact on the global community.”
- Mission Statement, National WWI Museum and Memorial
