Discount Admission
Saturday, Jan. 20 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Scout Day 2024

Continue the long connection between WWI and scouting at the Museum and Memorial! Admission is $5 for Scouts and Scout Leaders (from all scouting organizations) in uniform.
Living History
Sunday, Jan. 14 | 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

CANCELED - Day in the Life: Basic Training - Jan. 2024

(CANCELED due to winter weather) The Living History Volunteers teach you the basic training that will help you win the war – from drill to first aid to cooking with what the army gave you.
Live Programming
Saturdays at 11 a.m.

Hands-on History 2024

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

Good Luck Charms

During WWI, many individuals kept good luck charms to help them hold onto hope, regardless of how scary their situation was. In this lesson, students will explore the online exhibition Charmed...
Crafts Tutorial

Making Good Luck: Nenette and Rintintin

Nenette and Rintintin were woolen dolls often made by French children or servicemembers’ French sweethearts. Many sailors, soldiers, volunteers and especially pilots believed the dolls became lucky...
Coloring Pages

Good Luck Postcards

Easy to mass-produce and popular, porte bonheur (good luck) postcards sold in millions across combatant countries. Styles varied, but many postcards had silk embroidery and featured a symbol of good...
Charmed Soldiers Lesson Plan

Artifacts of Hope

Students will use their exploration of the online exhibition Charmed Soldiers to inspire a modern charm. Through creativity, roots in history, and research, students will defend their design through...
Crafts, Snacks and History
Saturday, Dec. 9 - 10:30 a.m.

Mrs. Wilson's Knitting Circle: Holiday Reception 2023

‘Tis the season for Mrs. Wilson’s holiday reception, featuring snacks and learning about the legacy of wartime winter and holiday traditions. All handcrafts and non-crafters welcome.
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