Media Literacy: Propaganda v. Advertisements

This media literacy lesson plan equips students to analyze the purpose behind different forms of media, both historic and modern. Students will explore how media can persuade, inform, entertain, or...
Discount Admission
October 1-31, 2024 (when open) | 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Homeschool Month

$6 admission tickets all month long for homeschool students 18 and under. Tickets can be purchased only in-person at the Ticketing Counter.
Exercise Session
Saturday, Jan. 25, 2025 | 8:45 a.m.

Sip and Stretch

Stretch out (like WWI internee Joseph Pilates) and sip some cold-pressed juice, all in one free session.
Handcrafts and Happy Hour
Thursday, Dec. 12, 2024 | 5:30 p.m.

Makers Social

Are you a seasoned maker or just curious about handcrafts? Join us for a rousing happy hour of refreshments, history, socializing and crafting. Your own projects welcome!
Lecture
Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2024 - 6:30 p.m.

The Madman in the White House

Did you know Sigmund Freud co-authored a psychological analysis of President Woodrow Wilson? Explore this lost psychobiography with Professor Patrick Weil, who rediscovered the manuscript in 2014.
Lecture and reception
Wednesday, Oct. 16, 2024 | 5:30 p.m. Reception | 6:30 p.m. Lecture

War Toys

Photographer Brian McCarty retells children’s firsthand accounts of war with toy figures, documenting today’s conflicts that can be traced to WWI’s enduring impact on the last century. Explore his work at this reception and lecture.
Trivia Night
Friday, Oct. 25, 2024 - 6:30 p.m.

Trivia Night: Tolkien Edition

Indulge in Shire-inspired refreshments and test your knowledge of the life and works of WWI veteran J.R.R. Tolkien to win precious prizes! Teams and solo players welcome.
Exercise Session
Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024 - 8:45 a.m.

Sip and Stretch

Stretch out (like WWI Internee Joseph Pilates) and sip some cold-pressed juice, all in one free session.
Saturday-Sunday, Oct. 26-27, 2024 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

WW1USA Amateur Radio Station

The Museum and Memorial teams with area amateur radio operators for special event station WW1USA. All short-wave radio operators welcome.
Panel and reception
Tuesday, Oct. 22, 2024 - 6 p.m.

The Influential Watchdog

Against the backdrop of the 2024 presidential election, we dive into questions on the American press’s role, responsibilities and influence on U.S. elections. Co-hosted with American Public Square and KCUR 89.3.
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