Giant Glowing Puppet Parade
Friday, Sept. 13 - Saturday, Sept. 14 | 7:30-10 p.m.

Puppets a Glow-Go

Drive or walk through "Puppets a Glow-Go!" Kansas City artists light up the night in an immersive parade of giant illuminated puppets.
Handcrafts and Happy Hour
Thursday, Sept. 12 - 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!
Panel and reception
Thursday, Sept. 19, 2024 - 6 p.m.

Protecting the Peace: United Nations Peacekeepers in the 21st Century

A panel of international military officers who have served as U.N. peacekeepers discuss their experiences and the questions surrounding the responsibility of protecting civilians and peace. Free reception before the panel.

America’s First “Code Talkers”

Not understood by outsiders – including Germans – Native American Code Talkers could send messages that the enemy could not decipher, successfully concealing battle plans and tactics which led to...

Native Americans in WWI: Courage and Sacrifice

Native Americans, like millions around the world, were moved to action during World War I, highlighting a strong commitment in a global struggle that often overlooked their own rights and...

Happy Hour
Thursday, Aug. 29 - 5:30 p.m.

Modernist Happy Hour

Join The Modernists for good company, conversation and even better cocktails. Open to members and non-members alike. Join us this month at Elixir, the soda fountain in the Kansas City Museum!
Focused Inquiry

Does military might lead to war or peace?

This Focused Inquiry leads students through an exploration of the origins of the Great War. Using a variety of primary and secondary resources, students formulate an argument to answer the question, ...
Middle and High School Civics Inquiry

What responsibilities do civilians have during a time of war?

With this Inquiry, students will build an argument to answer the compelling question, “What responsibilities do civilians have during a time of war?” Across three supporting questions, students will...
Free tour for children
Saturday, Aug. 31 | 10:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m.

Children's Tour: The Little War

Take a special guided tour of The Little War, tailored for young audiences, exploring children’s experiences in WWI. Free with Featured Exhibition admission.
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