Explore everything WWI

Romp through “a universe of ineffable gaudiness” as we celebrate the centennial of WWI veteran F. Scott Fitzgerald’s “The Great Gatsby” in true 1920s fashion.  

The 1918 Siberian Expedition, assigned during the Russian Revolution, would ensue in military and diplomatic turmoil. Investigate the origin of modern U.S.-Russia relations.

Join The Modernists for an evening to chill with Curatorial Affairs staff and learn more about how the Museum and Memorial presents history. Exclusive to Museum Members.

Teachers, gain deeper understanding of the Great War’s legacies in 20th- and 21st-century conflicts while gaining content knowledge and classroom-ready materials.

Explore the vast portfolio of portrait images of T.E. Lawrence and trace Lawrence’s quest to observe how artists perceived him.

Donate blood to support those in need, in honor of the doctors and soldiers who first stored blood for future transfusions in WWI.

Enjoy a discount all week long for any homeschool student 18 and under. Available at the Ticketing Counter only.

This month, Living History volunteers will share how soldiers entertained themselves when not in battle. Bring your curiosity and questions!

(Beginning February 2025) History is brought to life in this family-friendly program in which guests of all ages are invited to handle Great War artifacts. 

The greatest killer of WWI was modern artillery. Investigate the unforeseen consequences that contributed to the ugly attritional character of the Great War.

Baseball players during the Civil War and WWI charged off base onto battlefields. Others played at home to boost morale – but racism divided the sport. Find out how baseball mirrored the issues and hopes of the United States.

Ring in the New Year with The Modernists with drinks, general revelry and an optional book exchange.

Join the Modernists to explore the life and legacy of one of Kansas City’s most prolific leaders and WWI veterans at Harry S. Truman Library & Museum.