WWI Museum to Honor Veterans With New Exhibit and Free Events for Veterans Day
A special exhibit and a variety of events will honor veterans at the National WWI Museum and Memorial this Veterans Day.
WWI Museum Free Events for Veterans Day
The National WWI Museum and Memorial will offer free admission to all veterans, and active duty military personnel, and their families this Veterans Day, Friday, November 11, 2023.
In addition to free admission, the Museum will host two free events on Veterans Day:
- A special ceremony at 10:00 a.m. in the Museum's Memorial Court, featuring remarks from local dignitaries and the reading of the names of Kansas City area veterans who have died since last Veterans Day.
- A screening of the film "The Great War" at 1:00 p.m. in the Museum's Lohman Theater.
The Museum will also offer a variety of other activities throughout the day, including guided tours, hands-on learning experiences, and family-friendly activities.
The National WWI Museum and Memorial is located at 2 Memorial Drive in Kansas City, Missouri. For more information, please visit the Museum's website at www.theworldwar.org.
New Exhibit: Honoring Veterans
The National WWI Museum and Memorial is also unveiling a new exhibit this Veterans Day titled "Honoring Veterans." The exhibit will tell the stories of veterans from all eras, highlighting their service and sacrifice.
The exhibit will feature artifacts from the Museum's collection, as well as personal stories from veterans. It will also explore the history of Veterans Day and the ways in which we can honor veterans.
"This exhibit is a way for us to pay tribute to the men and women who have served our country," said Museum President and CEO Matthew Naylor. "We hope that visitors will come away from this exhibit with a deeper appreciation for the sacrifices that veterans have made."
