Your membership gift supports our mission by:

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Maintaining the Liberty Memorial as a beacon of freedom and a symbol of the courage, patriotism, sacrifice, and honor of all who served in World War I.

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Photograph of museum guests watching a video of a person dressed as a WWI soldier

Interpreting the history of World War I to encourage public involvement and informed decision-making.

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Three young Black learners leaning over a touch screen table with a battlefield scene on it

Providing exhibitions and educational programs that engage diverse audiences.

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Collecting and preserving historical materials with the highest professional standards.

Membership Benefits

  • One year unlimited Museum admission
    (Includes Main Gallery, all other galleries, Liberty Memorial Tower and Featured Exhibitions)
     
  • Additional General Admission or Featured Exhibition tickets available at half price (limit 13*)
     
  • Free or reduced admission to select Museum public programs, including special members-only activities
  • 10% discount in the Museum Store and Over There Café
     
  • $10 off bricks for placement in the Walk of Honor
     
  • Exclusive members-only offers, discounts and special events

 

*For more than 13 additional tickets, please contact Group Sales.

Membership Levels

Friend

One cardholder, plus one guest.

$65

($55 with Senior, Student, Educator or Military Discount)

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Enthusiast

Two cardholders, plus one guest.

$95

($75 with Senior, Student, Educator or Military Discount.)

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Advocate

Two cardholders, plus children (ages 6-17).

$135

($115 with Senior, Student, Educator or Military Discount.)

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Champion

Two cardholders, plus children (ages 6-17) and two guests.

$250

($225 with Senior, Student, Educator or Military Discount.)

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Supporter

All the benefits of a Champion membership, plus invitations to VIP events and tours.

$500

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Benefactor

All the benefits of Supporter membership, plus recognition in our annual report and on the donor wall.

$1000

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Join fellow Museum Members as they:

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Engage Community

Join other Museum and Memorial members at events that celebrate this Kansas City icon.

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Explore History

Experience intimate, behind-the-scenes conversations with our Curatorial Affairs staff.

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Museum guests peruse beautifully lit glass displays of artifacts

Discover Exhibitions

Get the chance to experience new exhibits and exhibitions before they open to the public.

Be a Modernist!

As a Modernist member of the National WWI Museum and Memorial, you will have unique opportunities to volunteer, network and socialize, all in support of one of Kansas City’s greatest landmarks.

Learn more

Are you already a Museum and Memorial member but not yet part of The Modernists? Contact us!

 

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Frequently Asked Questions

 

No. When you visit the museum, our staff can verify your membership by your name. No card needed!

You can renew:

  • Online
  • In-person at the Ticketing Counter
  • Via mail
    • 2 Memorial Drive, Kansas City, MO 64108 USA
  • By calling 816.888.8129

Yes, new cards will be mailed to you when you renew your membership.

Memberships are annual, meaning they are valid for 12 months from date of purchase or renewal. Memberships expire at the end of the month.

Up to 13. For more than 13 additional tickets, please contact Group Sales

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