National WWI Museum and Memorial, Missouri, United States
5.0 (5.594 reviews) Thursday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Ranking #1 in Kansas City Military Museums • History Museums
Outstanding Museum. One of the Best in the Country.
The National WWI Museum and Memorial is America's leading institution dedicated to remembering, interpreting and understanding the Great War and its enduring impact on the global community. The Museum and Memorial holds the most comprehensive collection of World War I objects and documents in the world and is the second-oldest public museum dedicated to preserving the objects, history and experiences of the war. The Museum and Memorial takes visitors of all ages on an epic journey through a transformative period and shares deeply personal stories of courage, honor, patriotism and sacrifice. Designated by Congress as America's official World War I Museum and Memorial and located in downtown Kansas City, Mo., the National WWI Museum and Memorial inspires thought, dialogue and learning to make the experiences of the Great War era meaningful and relevant for present and future generations.
Address
2 Memorial Dr, Kansas City, MO 64108-4616
Mobile
Website
http://www.theworldwar.org
Working hours
Monday :
Tuesday : 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday : 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday : 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday : 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday : 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday : 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Current local date and time now
Thursday, May 09, 2024, 6:13
User Ratings
5.0 based on (5.594 reviews)
Reviews
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5307leven 5:00 PM Dec 16, 2022
Great museum to honor those who served
Visited the week before Thanksgiving and the admission was $18, but for another $10, you could see the 45 minute film on WWI prisoners. Unfortunately, I didn't have time to see the film. But, for another $5, you can take the elevator up to the tower and walk the final distance of 45 steps on your way to the top, which I did as it provided spectacular views of the city and it's surroundings. The tower serves as a memorial to WWI that was constructed after the war. I walked through the museum and saw plenty of weapons, aircraft, a French tank and countless other items related to the war. There were plenty of personal stories related to the war and it's aftermath. Also, the museum takes you through the war chronologically from the beginning to the end. There is a gift shop and a small cafeteria which I used to eat a quick lunch during my visit. The museum is very conveniently located to downtown and is literally across the street from the Amtrak train station for those who arrive by train as I did. My visit lasted just over 4 hours but this included a quick lunch and a trip up to the top of the tower. If I ever visit KC again, I would visit this museum and see the film as there is a lot to see here for history buffs and those wishing to learn more about the war.
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5TravelingSoccerLoon 5:00 PM Dec 31, 2021
Outstanding Museum. One of the Best in the Country.
Outstanding museum telling the story of World War 1, not only the war but also the global events that led up to it. One of the best military museums I’ve ever visited and not to be missed if you have any interest in history. After watching an introductory film, you walk across the very moving glass bridge over the “poppy field” and you will then enter the main galleries filled with many WW1 artifacts including tanks, planes and armaments along with many interactive displays. There are replica trenches and the film in the Horizon Theater is outstanding and includes a replication of a “No Man’s Land”. The extra amount we paid for the audio guide was well worth it. Make sure to include a visit outside to the Memorial which dates back to 1926 when the museum first opened and ride the elevator to the top for some great views of Downtown KC. Allow at least 3 hours to fully enjoy the museum.
