Living History
Sunday, Dec. 7, 2025 | 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

Day in the Life: The Holidays in WWI

How did WWI soldiers and their families celebrate winter holidays in the midst of war? Ask the Living History Volunteers – and see their collections of non-accessioned WWI objects up close!

Lecture
Monday, Nov. 17, 2025 | 6:30 p.m.

Member Insider: A Post-War Kansas City

Members, join a museum curator for an exclusive presentation on the social, cultural and political changes that shaped life in Kansas City after WWI.

American Memorials in Paris

In this lesson, students will learn more about the complex relationship between the United States and France, building an understanding of how there has come to be so many American cemeteries in...
In partnership with the American Battle Monuments Commission
Focused Inquiry

How should the United States remember those who have served?

With this Focused Inquiry, students will build an argument to answer the compelling question, “How should the United States remember those who have served?” Through the supporting question, students...
In partnership with the American Battle Monuments Commission
Activities and ceremonies
Friday-Tuesday, Nov. 7-11, 2025

2025 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.

Lecture
Sunday, Nov. 23, 2025 | 2 p.m. Central Time

Canada and the Polish Army

What does the United States’ Polish community have to do with Canadian WWI military organizers? Find the answer with Professor Piotr Wróbel (University of Toronto).

Lecture
Sunday, Nov. 16, 2025 | 2 p.m. Central Time

Lawrence Lecture Series: Lawrence and the Arab Bureau

T. E. Lawrence served at the epicenter of British intelligence in West Asia – the Arab Bureau. Examine his relationship with the Bureau, its origins and its post-war legacy.

Saturday, Nov. 15, 2025 | 2:30 p.m.

ASL Guided Tour

Explore the Main Gallery with one of our knowledgeable Museum Guides on a tour translated by an American Sign Language interpreter.

FREE to the Public
Friday-Saturday, Nov. 14-15, 2025 | 5-10 p.m.

Puppets a-Glow-Go

Walk through a magical glowing wonderland of giant illuminated puppets, balloons and more with StoneLion Puppet Theatre, Kansas City Aerial Arts and glow artists.