For a century, the National WWI Museum and Memorial is the only American museum solely dedicated to preserving the objects, history and personal experiences of a war whose impact still echoes in the world today. The National WWI 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 personal experiences of the war. Opened in 1926, the Museum and Memorial takes visitors on an epic journey through a transformative period and shares deeply personal stories of courage, honor, patriotism and sacrifice through immersive exhibits and engaging experiences. Designated by Congress as America’s official World War I Museum 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.