Experience the Museum

From the origins of the National WWI Museum and Memorial, to current exhibitions and events, learn everything the Museum and Memorial has to offer.

Iron Harvest

Explore the open wounds that WWI battles left in the fields of northeastern France and Belgium, conf...

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The Little War

Explore the lives of children swept up by the storms of World War I while adults were fighting on th...

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Sacred Service

Rabbis, pastors, monks, imams, priests and more served with the fighting nations of World War I; man...

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Virtual Reality Experiences

Experience the Great War like you never have before in 3D virtual reality: A battle in a trench on t...

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Mail Call

On envelopes carrying letters to his son, John Ross Myers carefully painted cartoons, scenes of camp...

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Bergman Family Gallery and Open Storage Center

Included with your General Admission ticket, the Lower Level features the Bergman Family Gallery and...

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Main Gallery: The World War, 1914-1919

Included with your General Admission ticket, the Main Gallery of the National WWI Museum and Memoria...

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Liberty Memorial Tower

Take an elevator, followed by 45 stairs, to the open-air observation deck for a breathtaking view of the Kansas City skyline. At night, a Flame of Inspiration, created by steam and lighting effects, is emitted from the top of the tower and can be seen from miles away. The monument received designation as a National Historic Landmark in 2006 and recognition from Congress as a national memorial in 2014.

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Upcoming Events

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Live Demonstration

Saturdays | 11 a.m.

Hands-on History

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

Lecture

Tuesday, May 20, 2025 | 6:30 p.m.

Pershing Lecture Series: Pétain and the Making of Modern Generalship

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

Friday, May 23 - Monday, May 26, 2025

Memorial Day Weekend

This Memorial Day weekend, join us as we give special honor and recognition to the individuals who sacrificed their lives while serving their country....

Exercise session

Saturday, May 24, 2025 | 8:45 a.m.

(CANCELED) Warrior Pose: Yoga with Veterans

(CANCELED) The Veterans Yoga Project offers restorative self-regulating practices to help veterans, service members and military families recover from...

Film screening and conversation

Saturday, May 24, 2025 | 1 p.m.

Film Screening and Conversation: “SHEEPDOG”

Inspired by real stories of redemption and recovery, “SHEEPDOG” follows one combat veteran’s journey toward healing. After the screening, join us for ...

Special Event Radio Station

Monday, May 26, 2025 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

WW1USA Amateur Radio Station

The Museum and Memorial is teaming with area amateur radio operators for special event station WW1USA. All short-wave radio operators welcome.

“The National WWI Museum and Memorial is America’s museum dedicated to remembering, interpreting and understanding the Great War and its enduring impact on the global community.”