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National WWI Museum and Memorial

A premier institution dedicated to remembering, interpreting, and understanding the Great War and its enduring impact on the global community.

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The National WWI Museum and Memorial in Kansas City, Missouri, boasts stunning fountains that pay tribute to those who served in World War I. The main attraction is the Memorial Courtyard Fountain, which features a larger-than-life statue of a soldier and a cascading waterfall. Other notable fountains on the museum's grounds include the J.C. Nichols Fountain and the Children's Fountain. Visitors can enjoy the beauty of these fountains while learning about the history of the Great War.

seeker 1 year ago

Kansas City is home to the National WWI Museum, the United States’ official museum chronicling the history of the Great War. Kansas City received the honor due to their Liberty Memorial Association founded after the end of the war which raised money to build the memorial which still stands outside the facility today. Not only is the museum home to countless artifacts and memorabilia, but they have life size exhibits on a shell crater and even the trenches.

kaylee 2 years ago

Built in the Egyptian Revival architectural style and home to more than 100,000 artifacts, the National WWI Museum and Memorial is one of Kansas City’s iconic landmarks.

visitkc 2 years ago

Queer Eye in KC | Season 4, Episode 7: Soldier Returns Home

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Downtown Parade of Hearts “HOPE BLOOMS” by Ada Koch.

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National WWI Museum and Memorial Guides

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    visitkc (Visit KC )
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    visitkc (Visit KC )
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    seeker (Seeker Editors)
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    kaylee (Kaylee Giacomini)
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