Your membership gift supports our mission by:
Maintaining the Liberty Memorial as a beacon of freedom and a symbol of the courage, patriotism, sacrifice, and honor of all who served in World War I.
Interpreting the history of World War I to encourage public involvement and informed decision-making.
Providing exhibitions and educational programs that engage diverse audiences.
Collecting and preserving historical materials with the highest professional standards.
Membership Benefits
One year unlimited Museum admission
(Includes Main Gallery, all other galleries, Liberty Memorial Tower and Featured Exhibitions)
Additional General Admission or Featured Exhibition tickets available at half price (limit 13*)
Free or reduced admission to select Museum public programs, including special members-only activities
10% discount in the Museum Store and Over There Café
$10 off bricks for placement in the Walk of Honor
Exclusive members-only offers, discounts and special events
*For more than 13 additional tickets, please contact Group Sales.
Museum Membership Refresh
We're currently revamping and updating our Membership systems.
Please check back here on Thursday, Aug. 21, 2025 when Membership registration will be available again. (In the meantime, email questions to members@theworldwar.org – though we will not be able to add you as a Member until we've finished the systems update.)
Thank you for your patience!
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Join fellow Museum Members as they:
Engage Community
Join other Museum and Memorial members at events that celebrate this Kansas City icon.
Explore History
Experience intimate, behind-the-scenes conversations with our Curatorial Affairs staff.
Discover Exhibitions
Get the chance to experience new exhibits and exhibitions before they open to the public.
Be a Modernist!
As a Modernist member of the National WWI Museum and Memorial, you will have unique opportunities to volunteer, network and socialize, all in support of one of Kansas City’s greatest landmarks.
Are you already a Museum and Memorial member but not yet part of The Modernists? Contact us!
Frequently Asked Questions
No. When you visit the museum, our staff can verify your membership by your name. No card needed!
You can renew:
- Online
- In-person at the Ticketing Counter
- Via mail
- 2 Memorial Drive, Kansas City, MO 64108 USA
- By calling 816.888.8129
Yes, new cards will be mailed to you when you renew your membership.
Memberships are annual, meaning they are valid for 12 months from date of purchase or renewal. Memberships expire at the end of the month.
Up to 13. For more than 13 additional tickets, please contact Group Sales
