Cy Avery and the Invention of Route 66
Maplewood Church 25396 Hwy O, SedaliaAuthor Susan Croce Kelly will tell the story of the early days of Route 66 and how it became an American tourist attraction and a worldwide icon,
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Ranger Talk: The Women of White Haven
Ulysses S. Grant National Historic Site 7400 Grant Rd, St. Louis, MO, United StatesWhite Haven was home to one of the most famous men of the 19th century, but it was also shaped by the lives of many remarkable women who made or witnessed history in their own right. Park Guide Evan Meyer will explore The Women of White Haven, from Julia Dent Grant and her sisters to […]
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Living in Ste. Genevieve House Tour
Two Rivers Gallery 73 N. Main St., Ste. GenevieveThis year's Living in Ste. Genevieve House Tour is focused on transformation and adaptation. Homeowners will discuss recent renovations to the homes you are touring. Some have been major renovation projects, completely transforming the homes for their next chapters. Others have consisted of modernization and a focus on design. Five of the six homes are […]
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GKCBHSG Women’s History Month Program
Black Archives of Mid-America 1722 E. 17th Terr.,, Kansas City, MOThe featured guest speaker will be Dr. Debra Foster Greene, professor emerita of United States History at Lincoln University in Jefferson City, Missouri, who will explore four years (1906-1910) in the life of educator, author, and activist, Anna Julia Cooper, in her presentation, "Her Exile: Anna Julia Cooper in Missouri.”
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12 Months of Giving
Foster Wallace Personal Injury Lawyers 4700 Belleview Ave Suite 304, Kansas CityAt Foster Wallace Personal Injury Lawyers, giving back matters. Through our 12 Months of Giving initiative, we’re donating $3,000 each month in 2026 to local nonprofits making a difference. We invite you to nominate a local nonprofit meaningful to you using the form on our event page. Monthly recipients will be announced on our website […]
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Echoes of Blackness
Black Archives of Mid-America 1722 E. 17th Terr.,, Kansas City, MONew Short Term Exhibit from April 1-28, 2026: Echoes of Blackness by Dawn Tree Dawn Tree is a abstract surrealist artist, journalist, and author. Founder of Underground Tree Studios, she creates vibrant works on wood and textiles, blending heritage with social justice to bridge history and activism.
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First Saturdays at Keystone: Arts, Culture & Creative Entrepreneurship
Keystone CoLAB 800 E 18th St, Kansas CityFirst 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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