Events

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

In 1915, after nearly one million casualties, Czar Nicholas II took personal command of the army. Explore his unwitting path to the unrest that led to his abdication and revolutionized Russia.

Doctors and nurses evolved emergency medical practices enormously in WWI – including storing blood for future transfusions. Donate in their honor to support those in need.

T. E. Lawrence took over 340 photographs while he served as British liaison officer to the Arab army. Explore what these little-seen images say about his values, motives and effectiveness as a photographer.

Return (with or without the King) for trivia night centered on the life and works of WWI veteran and author J. R. R. Tolkien. Teams and solo players welcome.

Join The Modernists at Bar K this month for good company, conversation and atmosphere. Open to members and non-members alike.

More wounded soldiers survive wars thanks to improvements in military medicine. Investigate the resulting new human and financial implications in war and global politics.

French general Henri Philippe Pétain saved France at least twice in WWI – but is remembered for collaborating with Nazis in WWII. Dive into his controversial influence on modern generalship.

This Memorial Day weekend, join us as we give special honor and recognition to the individuals who sacrificed their lives while serving their country. Free admission for active-duty and veterans; half-price for the public.

The Veterans Yoga Project offers restorative self-regulating practices to help veterans, service members and military families recover from PTS(D). Bring a mat and a friend – all are welcome.

New Walk of Honor granite bricks will be dedicated during a special ceremony.

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

Adventure beyond Western Europe as the Living History Volunteers tell the stories of soldiers who fought on other fronts in the Great War. Bring your curiosity and questions!

Join the National Council for the Social Studies for the 2025 Summer Leadership Institute as we embark on an inspiring journey to empower social studies and aspiring leaders across the nation.

"WWI and the Age of Innovation" is a five-day residential Summer Institute for 4th-12th grade educators. This competitive and rewarding professional development will assist teachers in integrating stories of innovation and change spurred on by the Great War in their classrooms. Applications due March 31, 2025.