First Saturdays at Keystone: Arts, Culture & Creative Entrepreneurship
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A Life in Columns: Stories from Bill McClellan
Field House Museum 634 S Broadway, Saint Louis, MO, United StatesThe Field House Museum is pleased to welcome longtime St. Louis Post-Dispatch columnist Bill McClellan for a special program on Friday, April 10, 2026, at 1:00 p.m. For more than 40 years, Bill McClellan has written a beloved column that captures the everyday life of St. Louis. He often compares his work to that of […]
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Civil War Weekend
Ulysses S. Grant National Historic Site 7400 Grant Rd, St. Louis, MO, United StatesA living history event celebrating life during the Civil War. Activities throughout both days include soldier encampments, historic weapons demonstrations, 19th century musical performances, an old-time medicine show by Professor Farquar & Miss Polecat Annie, and information on researching your Civil War ancestors. This event is free and brought to you by your National Park […]
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History Talk: Now is Our Time to Strike: 1st Kansas Colored Volunteer Infantry
Ulysses S. Grant National Historic Site 7400 Grant Rd, St. Louis, MO, United StatesThe First Kansas Colored Volunteer Infantry were the first black troops to see combat in the American Civil War and this distinction was given to them at a battle that took place in Missouri! The risks they took in fighting for freedom included re-enslavement and death, yet they joined anyways and helped to encourage hundreds […]
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Second Sunday- Free Days at the Museum
The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures 5235 Oak Street, Kansas City, MO 64112, Kansas City, M, United StatesBring the whole family to Free Days at the Museum. Occurring on every second Sunday of the month, Free Days provide greater access to The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures’ vast and awe-inspiring collections for visitors near and far. All attendees can explore the Museum at no charge.
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History Talk: Did the Civil War Really End at Appomattox?
Ulysses S. Grant National Historic Site 7400 Grant Rd, St. Louis, MO, United StatesIt is commonly believed that the Civil War ended at Appomattox, Virginia on April 9, 1865 when Confederate General Robert E. Lee surrendered to Union General Ulysses S. Grant. However, was that really the case? As the Confederacy was falling apart an estimated 175,000 troops remained in the field and were not included in the […]
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Community Preview & Talk “Barter Boat: Engaging Communities on Route 66 Through Object Exchange”
In celebration of the Route 66 Centennial, the State Historical Society of Missouri (SHSMO) presents Barter Boat—a traveling art project built on object exchange, storytelling, and community connection. Before we dock downtown on May 1st, join artist and professor Desireé Moore at the Springfield Library Center on April 13th for a community preview. Learn how […]
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2026 Missouri Book Festival
Washington Public Library 410 Lafayett St., WashingtonThe Missouri Book Festival celebrates the best of regional life, culture, and history with an array of dynamic programming meant to promote literacy and encourage reading. Events take place in Washington, the quintessential Missouri town. Here, books that feature stories on the Show-Me State come to life in food demonstrations, sports exhibitions, myriad forms of […]
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Speaker Series: The Battle of Fort San Carlos
Field House Museum 634 S Broadway, Saint Louis, MO, United StatesAs the 250th Anniversary of the founding of the United States approaches, join us at the Field House Museum to learn about St. Louis’ own Revolutionary War battle. Ron Hack will speak on the Battle of Fort San Carlos (the Battle of St. Louis) which played a pivotal role in America's ultimate success against the […]
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Planting Roots: Outdoor Movie Night
The Griot Museum of Black History 2505 Saint Louis Avenue, St. Louis, MO, United StatesWe are partnering with New Roots Urban Farm for our first event of the long-term Griot Green initiative dedicated to preserving heirloom seeds, connecting local farmers and apothecaries, and supporting sustainable and accessible food systems. The Event will begin with a hands-on seed starter activity with local farmers at 6:30 PM followed by a screening […]
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A Cass County Bed Turning
Pearson Hall, 400 E Mechanic, Harrisonville, MO 64701 400 E Mechanic, Harrisonville, MO, United StatesHistorical and modern quilts will be displayed and the history and pattern information will be shared by the presenters. This is a program that invites audience participation and up-close inspection (eyes only) of the quilts for full appreciation of the incredible workmanship of these very utilitarian works of art.
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Author Talk: Following Ulysses Grant through our National Parks
Ulysses S. Grant National Historic Site 7400 Grant Rd, St. Louis, MO, United StatesJoin Dan Kroese, traveler who has visited all NPS sites, as he retraces different periods and events in Grant’s life through the National Park Service sites that tell much of his life story. Over thirty NPS sites across the country, from the Atlantic Seaboard to the Pacific, are directly connected with Ulysses Grant. The program […]
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