National WWI Museum and Memorial

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9 expert reviews

“The nation's only public museum and memorial dedicated to World War I features the 217-foot-tall Memorial Tower, which opened in 1926 and offers views of downtown Kansas City.”

– Frommer's

Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"The sobering National WWI Museum sits under the towering Liberty Memorial." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
" The Walk of Honor leads you down to the museum entrance; to pass into the exhibits, you walk over an encased field of poppies, the symbol of fallen soldiers in the war. " Full review
On the Grid On the Grid
"Originally constructed as a memorial to World War I veterans, this stunning civic landmark remains a commanding and inviting presence." Full review
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"Reaching the top of the 217-foot tower for a spectacular view of the Kansas City skyline requires an elevator ride and a climb up 45 stairs." Full review
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"The only public museum in the U.S. dedicated exclusively to World War I features state-of-the-art, interactive technology to bring history to life." Full review
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