Explore everything WWI

On June 27, 1918 a German U-boat intentionally torpedoed a Canadian hospital ship – eventually leading to the formation of today’s International Criminal Court. Author Nate Hendley dives into the details of an event that continues rippling international law.

Join us on a walking tour series that carves through the history of the Museum and Memorial! On this tour, explore the original home of the Liberty Memorial Association’s former president R. A. Long.

Kick off North America’s FIFA World Cup 2026™ celebrations with this virtual symposium tracing football’s rise as a global phenomenon, starting from the early 20th century.

Teachers, join us for a one-hour professional development session following the “Victory in Vocation: Western University in WWI” lecture.

Western University, the sole historically black university (HBCU) in Kansas, was hailed as the “Tuskegee of the West.” Scholar Bernard Harris delves into its contributions to the U.S. Army in WWI.

In an all-decades birthday bash on Kansas City’s Front Porch, celebrate what has sustained the Museum and Memorial as a beacon of remembrance and a cornerstone of community for the past 100 years: YOU!

On the Memorial Day of our centennial year, join us as we give special honor and recognition to the individuals who sacrificed their lives while serving their country.

The Kansas City Symphony’s Mobile Music Box returns to the Museum and Memorial! Join us on the North Lawn for a one-hour performance.

Mistrust. Scarcity. Fear. How did a functioning constitutional state become a dictatorship overnight? Explore how the Habsburg Monarchy created the conditions for its own demise.

Join us for a screening of the 2004 award-winning film “A Very Long Engagement,” as part of Alliance Française de Kansas City's French Film Festival. Subtitles in English.

Stop by the front entrance to send birthday wishes to Uncle Sam as part of the #OnOur250th initiative honoring the United States’ 250th birthday this year.

Members, this is your opportunity to see The Beautiful Game – the newest exhibition about football (soccer) at the Museum and Memorial – before it opens to the public!