Unique Rental Spaces for Memorable Events in Kansas City

The National WWI Museum and Memorial; Kansas City’s front porch, historic landmark and host of your next event. In addition to the 30,000 square feet (2,787 square meters) of exhibition space holding the most diverse collection of WWI items in the world, the Museum and Memorial has beautiful rental spaces that will make your event truly special.

Private Events

Indoor and outdoor spaces perfect for any event, including seminars, concerts, dinners and receptions.

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Nighttime dinner and party on the memorial courtyard at the base of the tower

 

Small Meetings

Rooms designed for retreats, off-site workshops and team building opportunities with up to 30 participants.

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Small group of people in meeting with tables and chairs in classroom

 

Military Ceremonies

Poignant and moving venues for commissioning and promotion ceremonies, reunions and memorials. 

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Close up of soldiers in uniform, showing medals on chests

 

Whether it be an intimate candlelit dinner, entertaining cocktail reception or nationwide conference, the Museum and Memorial’s indoor space will be the perfect backdrop, blending original 20th century Egyptian-inspired architecture with modern 21st century design. With this iconic landmark located in the heart of Kansas City, our outdoor rentals provide breathtaking views of the downtown skyline that will make your guests proud.

Our experienced staff will work with you from beginning to end to plan and host your event. We look forward to sharing the Museum and Memorial with you and your guests.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Indoor Spaces

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Auditorium
  • Live performances
  • Military retirement ceremonies
  • Presentations, speakers or panel discussions

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Auditorium Lobby
  • Cocktail receptions
  • Presentations or speakers
  • Seated dinners

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Boardroom
  • Military classes and meetings
  • Private classes and meetings

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Classroom
  • Military classes and meetings
  • Private classes and meetings

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Exhibit Hall
  • Military commissioning or promotion ceremonies

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Lower Level
  • Cocktail receptions

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Memory Hall
  • Military retirement ceremonies

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Paul Sunderland Glass Bridge and Corridor
  • Cocktail receptions
  • Seated dinners

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R. A. Long Learning Center
  • Cocktail receptions
  • Military classes and meetings
  • Private classes and meetings
  • Seated dinners

Outdoor Spaces

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Memorial Courtyard
  • Cocktail receptions
  • Community walks/runs
  • Seated dinners
  • Military commissioning or promotion ceremonies

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North Lawn and North Terrace
  • Community festivals
  • Community walks/runs
  • Military commissioning and promotion ceremonies
  • Wedding ceremonies and/or receptions

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Southeast Lawn
  • Community festivals
  • Community walks/runs
  • Overflow parking

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Southwest Lawn
  • Community walks/runs

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South Plaza
  • Military commissioning or promotion ceremonies

Event Add-Ons*

*After hours only

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Exhibit Hall
  • Private viewing of Exhibit Hall

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Liberty Memorial Tower
  • Private viewing of Liberty Memorial Tower

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Main Gallery

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Memory Hall
  • Private viewing of Memory Hall

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Museum Store

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Wylie Gallery
  • Private viewing of Wylie Gallery

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Virtual Reality Experiences

Frequently Asked Questions

 

For active-duty military meetings, special rates are offered for the Classroom and the Board Room.

Room fees are waived for groups of 15 or more who cater their meals through the Over There Café and schedule a group tour for attendees.

Military Commissioning and Promotion ceremonies can be scheduled for no charge, in certain circumstances.

Ceremonies may be scheduled at no charge on the Memorial Courtyard, North Terrace, South Plaza or in Exhibit Hall at the Museum and Memorial when complying with the following guidelines:

  • Only clients who are currently active in the military will receive complimentary bookings in these locations for the purposes of commission and promotion ceremonies.
  • Ceremonies must be scheduled at least two weeks in advance. There is no guarantee that space will be available without prior written confirmation by the National WWI Museum and Memorial.
  • The organization must set up any items including chairs, tables, flags, etc. Because these are complimentary rentals, Museum staff is not available for set-up and tear-down.
  • Ceremonies may not last longer than one hour, and if held in Exhibit Hall, ceremonies must be completed by 4:30 p.m.
  • Clients may book spaces outside of the above mentioned for a rental fee.

The Museum's Over There Café provides catering services for breakfast, lunch, dinner and receptions. Clients renting event or meeting spaces may contact the Café for more information.

Over There Café
Melodie Johnson, Catering Manager
816.888.8130
mjohnson@afvusa.com

View Over There Café Catering Menu 

A/V equipment and capabilities vary by room, from microphones and set up for presentations, to simulcast capabilities in the Auditorium.

For questions on A/V support, contact us at 816.888.8111 or eventspace@theworldwar.org with more questions.

Professional photo shoots and filming that takes place indoors within the Museum and Memorial must be coordinated through Karis Erwin at 816.888.8122 or media@theworldwar.org

View the Museum and Memorial photo policy

Weddings and wedding-related events are allowed in some spaces. Please reach out to the Events Department at eventspace@theworldwar.org for more information.

Proposals and gender reveals are allowed on property if the following guidelines are met:

  • Gathering of 10 people or less. Hosting more than 10 people is considered an event rental.
  • No silk flowers. White, real flowers only if on the Courtyard or North Terrace.
  • Battery-powered candles only. No real flame.
  • Marquee letters are not allowed.
  • Confetti is not allowed.
  • Only biodegradable balloons are allowed.

Please be respectful of the grounds and clean up after your gathering. Thank you.

For other questions, please contact us at eventspace@theworldwar.org.
To inquire about booking your event, fill out this form with your requested dates, rooms and more

To inquire about booking your event:


Fill out this form with your requested dates, rooms and more:


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Our Events Department will be in touch with availability as soon as possible.

Note: Filling out this form does not constitute booking an event. Museum staff will reach out to you once your information has been received.