Events

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

Go up Liberty Memorial Tower after hours for the rare opportunity to take in the evening Kansas City skyline from the top. (Weather permitting)

Middle and high school educators are invited to attend the Medal of Honor Character Development Program training day hosted at the Museum and Memorial.

Above the clouds and under choppy waters, explore the wide variety of battle strategies beyond trenches.

Progressive philosopher Cornel West and conservative legal scholar Robert George discuss their commitment to respectful debate on the questions that matter most, moderated by war correspondent Jane Ferguson.

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

The Living History Volunteers are here on the grounds all weekend to share WWI stories and real WWI artifacts. Bring your curiosity and questions!

Despite tanks, artillery and machine guns, most belligerent nations still considered horse cavalry essential in WWI – even by 1918. Ride along with historian Lou DiMarco.

Educators attending the 2025 Symposium: turn it into four hours of professional development credit by joining this face-to-face workshop discussing classroom takeaways from the sessions.

Museum Members, come see the newest blockbuster exhibition Paris at War before it opens to the public. Explore the City of Light’s transformation into a city on the frontlines.

Anyone, regardless of military service status or yoga knowledge, is welcome to join the Veterans Yoga Project for a low-impact session that quiets the mind and develops flexibility.

The United States Air Force Band’s jazzy musical revue celebrates the service of American veterans during this year’s Veterans Day Weekend.

Discover the ancient artifacts people found while digging trenches and tunnels during WWI, and delve into the lives of archaeologists who served in battle with historian Clive Harris.

Walk through a magical glowing wonderland of giant illuminated puppets, balloons and more with StoneLion Puppet Theatre, Kansas City Aerial Arts and glow artists.

Explore the Main Gallery with one of our knowledgeable Museum Guides on a tour translated by an American Sign Language interpreter.