Activities and ceremonies
Friday-Wednesday, Nov. 6-11, 2026 (closed Tuesday)

2026 Veterans Day Weekend

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.

Monday, Friday-Saturday | Select times

Main Gallery Tours (Dec. 2026)

Explore the Main Gallery with one of our knowledgeable Museum and Memorial guides on a tour.

Monday, Friday-Saturday | Select times

Main Gallery Tours (Nov. 2026)

Explore the Main Gallery with one of our knowledgeable Museum and Memorial guides on a tour.

Live Demonstration
Monday, Wednesday, Friday-Sunday | 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Hands-on History (Nov. 2026)

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

Live Demonstration
Monday, Wednesday, Friday-Sunday | 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Hands-on History (Dec. 2026)

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

Friday, Sept. 25 - Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026 (Weekends) | 7:30 p.m.

Liberty's Beacon: An Artistic Light Installation

This fall, see the National WWI Museum and Memorial in a way you never have before. Created in celebration of the Museum and Memorial's 100th anniversary and the nation's 250th, Liberty's Beacon transforms the Memorial into a canvas of light, sound and motion.

Discounted Admission
Sunday-Saturday, Oct. 4-10, 2026 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Homeschool Week (Oct. 2026)

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.

Monday, Friday-Saturday | Select times

Main Gallery Tours (Oct. 2026)

Explore the Main Gallery with one of our knowledgeable Museum and Memorial guides on a tour.

Live Demonstration
Monday, Wednesday, Friday-Sunday | 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Hands-on History (Oct. 2026)

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

Symposium
Tuesday, Feb. 2, 2027 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Central

2027 Digital Summit: Paris at War

The Great War dimmed the City of Light. But it was not extinguished. Delve into the spell-binding story of “Paris at War” – a city and a people navigating an uncertain future.

The Guardian Spirits

Courage, Honor, Patriotism and Sacrifice keep watch atop the Liberty Memorial Tower. Meet the four Guardian Spirits and the design behind a Kansas City icon.

Lecture
Sunday, Oct. 25, 2026 | 2 p.m. Central

The Elements of a Mystery: Chemistry, Agatha Christie and WWI

During her wartime service as a nurse and pharmacist, author Agatha Christie encountered several substances and situations that would inspire the plotlines of her literature. Spiral down into the science with us!

Trivia and costume contest
Friday, Oct. 16, 2026 | 6:30 p.m.

Trivia Night: Tolkien Edition

Return (with or without the King) for trivia night centered on the life and works of WWI veteran and author J. R. R. Tolkien. Teams and solo players welcome.