Friday, Sept. 25 - Wednesday, Nov. 11, 2026 (Weekends) | 7:30 p.m.

Liberty's Beacon: An Artistic Light Installation

This fall, see the National WWI Museum and Memorial in a way you never have before. Created in celebration of the Museum and Memorial's 100th anniversary and the nation's 250th, Liberty's Beacon transforms the Memorial into a canvas of light, sound and motion.

Discounted Admission
Sunday-Saturday, Oct. 4-10, 2026 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Homeschool Week (Oct. 2026)

Enjoy a discount all week long (on days the Museum and Memorial is open) for any homeschool student 18 and under. Available at the Ticketing Counter only.

Monday, Friday-Saturday | Select times

Main Gallery Tours (Oct. 2026)

Explore the Main Gallery with one of our knowledgeable Museum and Memorial guides on a tour.

Live Demonstration
Monday, Wednesday, Friday-Sunday | 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Hands-on History (Oct. 2026)

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

Symposium
Tuesday, Feb. 2, 2027 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Central

2027 Digital Summit: Paris at War

The Great War dimmed the City of Light. But it was not extinguished. Delve into the spell-binding story of “Paris at War” – a city and a people navigating an uncertain future.

The Guardian Spirits

Courage, Honor, Patriotism and Sacrifice keep watch atop the Liberty Memorial Tower. Meet the four Guardian Spirits and the design behind a Kansas City icon.

Lecture
Sunday, Oct. 25, 2026 | 2 p.m. Central

The Elements of a Mystery: Chemistry, Agatha Christie and WWI

During her wartime service as a nurse and pharmacist, author Agatha Christie encountered several substances and situations that would inspire the plotlines of her literature. Spiral down into the science with us!

Trivia and costume contest
Friday, Oct. 16, 2026 | 6:30 p.m.

Trivia Night: Tolkien Edition

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.

Lecture and book signing
Friday, Sept. 25, 2026 | 7 p.m.

Terri Lewis: “When They Came Home”

Author Terri Lewis based her newest book on the true story of her grandparents: a haunting portrait of a marriage tested by WWI and an example of the patient powers of love. Join Lewis for a lecture and book signing at Rainy Day Books.

Mondays, Fridays and Saturdays | Select times

Main Gallery Tours (Sept. 2026)

Explore the Main Gallery with one of our knowledgeable Museum and Memorial guides on a tour.

Live Demonstration
Mondays, Fridays and Saturdays | 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Hands-on History (Sept. 2026)

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

Lecture
Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2026 | 6:30 p.m.

Pershing Lecture Series | The Wars Before the War: The Boer Wars

The First and Second Boer Wars shattered romanticized illusions of 19th-century empire. Dr. Sean Kalic analyzes the deep systemic vulnerabilities that led to Great Britain’s tactical and organizational reforms.

Living History
Sunday, Oct. 4, 2026 | 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Day in the Life: Western Front

This month, Living History Volunteers will focus on the people of various nationalities who served or were impacted by the fighting on the Western Front. Bring your questions and curiosity!

Reception and panel
Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2026 | 6 p.m. Reception, 6:30 p.m. Panel

Future of Peacekeeping in a Troubled World

Peacekeeping, pioneered by the League of Nations, is at a crossroads. Join international military and U.N. officers in discussing its future at a time of escalating global tensions.