Propaganda, puppets, peace and more this September at the National WWI Museum and Memorial

KANSAS CITY, MO. – The National WWI Museum and Memorial presents two exciting opportunities to learn about propaganda and WWI – one for free-choice learners and one for educators. On Sat., Sept. 12, “A Fixed Reputation? British Wartime Propaganda” explores the personal accounts of wartime propagandists like author A.A. Milne, and how they support or challenge British propaganda’s negative reputation. On Sunday, Sept. 15, educators will have the opportunity to take part in a virtual webinar “Professional Learning: WWI, Propaganda and Media Literacy” about the use of propaganda during WWI on all sides.

Join the StoneLion Puppet Theatre for “Puppets a Glow-Go!” in the evenings on Friday, Sept. 13 - Saturday, Sept. 14. Kansas City Aerial Arts and glow artists light up the night in an immersive parade of giant illuminated puppets. This unique event allows spectators to drive or walk through a magical glowing wonderland on Friday. On Saturday, the event can be experienced only on foot. This event is free to the public.

The popular annual event with the United Nations Peacekeepers returns on Thursday, Sept. 19 at 6 p.m. “Protecting the Peace: United Nations Peacekeepers in the 21st Century” will feature a panel of international military officers who have served as U.N. peacekeepers. They will discuss their experiences and the questions surrounding the responsibility of protecting civilians and peace. A free reception will be held before the panel.

A full list of additional events in September is included below, including living history events, craft happy hours, story time, the annual gala Night at the Tower and more.

About the National WWI Museum and Memorial

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. To learn more, visit theworldwar.org.