Lecture
Thursday, Feb. 29 - 7 p.m.

Science in the Race to the South Pole

Amid early tremors of war in Europe, British captain Robert F. Scott set off for the South Pole. Historian Edward J. Larson shows how Scott’s expedition ushered in a new era of Antarctic, polar and climate science.
Panel and reception
Tuesday, Feb. 20 | 6 p.m. reception, 7 p.m. program

Freedom Denied: The Unfinished Business of Democracy

Lincoln and Wilson both led the U.S. through wars with global impact, but their respective visions for democracy were vastly different – and both left promises unfulfilled. Panel discussion and reception.
Member Preview
Wednesday, Feb. 28 | 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Member Preview: The Little War

Opening late February, "The Little War" peeks into the dramatic changes to the lives of children when world war broke out. Members, preview the exhibition before it opens to the public!
Lecture
Sunday, Feb. 11 - 2 p.m.

Desert War, Desert Archaeology

Explore recent archaeological investigations that uncovered historical sites that shed new light on the exploits of T. E. Lawrence, Emir Feisal and Bedouin warriors during the 1916-18 Arab Revolt.
Living History
Sunday, Feb. 11 | 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Day in the Life: Technology

This month, learn from living historians about the technology invented and developed around the Great War for the battlefield, the hospital ward and the home front.
Author talk and signing
Wednesday, Feb. 7 - 6:30 p.m.

The Gift of Perspective: An Evening with Lindsey Roy

Lindsey Roy (Exhibition Honorary Chair for "Bespoke Bodies") speaks on adaptation and perseverance from her life experience with limb loss and lung transplants. Book signing to follow.
Professional Learning
Sunday, Feb. 4 | 7-8 p.m.

Teacher Workshop: Inquiry and WWI

Teachers, join us for this Professional Learning webinar introducing a new C3 Inquiry designed to help your students learn about the origins of WWI. PL certificates provided afterwards.

Ghosts of Chrismukkahs Past

The word “Chrismukkah” burst into U.S. pop culture in a 2003 episode of “The O.C.”, but the hybrid holiday existed long before the Fox television show ever aired.

Book Discussion
Tuesday, Jan. 16 - 5:30 p.m.

CANCELLED: Modernist Book Club - Jan. 2024

Willa Cather’s 1922 novel “One of Ours” explores the destiny of a grandchild of the pioneers, whose yearnings impel him toward the front lines of WWI. Join The Modernists plus special guest for a book discussion.
Cake and Crafts
Saturday, Jan. 20 - 11 a.m.

Winnie-the-Pooh Day 2024

Celebrate the real-life WWI bear who inspired the character with a book reading, film screening, cake and crafts.
Discount Admission
Saturday, Jan. 20 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Scout Day 2024

Continue the long connection between WWI and scouting at the Museum and Memorial! Admission is $5 for Scouts and Scout Leaders (from all scouting organizations) in uniform.
Living History
Sunday, Jan. 14 | 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

CANCELED - Day in the Life: Basic Training - Jan. 2024

(CANCELED due to winter weather) The Living History Volunteers teach you the basic training that will help you win the war – from drill to first aid to cooking with what the army gave you.
Live Programming
Saturdays at 11 a.m.

Hands-on History 2024

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