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SUMMARY:How History Shaped Our Times
DESCRIPTION:What is history? How do historians do their work? And why does it matter? \nFormer executive director of the American Historical Association James R. Grossman has been deeply involved in navigating the shifting meaning of the past and how it is being used as a tool today. In a conversation with David Trowbridge\, Grossman discusses the nature of these changes\, how memory and history clash and combine to form our concept of ourselves as Americans\, and the role of historians in these debates. \nGrossman led the AHA from 2010 to 2025. Before that\, he was vice president for research and education at the Newberry Library and taught at the University of Chicago and the University of California\, San Diego. He’s the author of Land of Hope: Chicago\, Black Southerners\, and the Great Migration and A Chance to Make Good: African Americans\, 1900-1929. He’s also served as a consultant on history-related projects with the BBC\, Smithsonian\, theater companies\, filmmakers\, museums\, libraries\, and more. \nTrowbridge is an associate research professor of digital and public humanities at the University of Missouri-Kansas City. His research and teaching focuses on using technology to connect people to history. In addition to writing the textbook\, A History of the United States\, he also created Clio\, a free website and app that gives people information about historical and cultural sites. He is a co-founder of the Kansas City Monuments Coalition\, which launched in 2024. \nA recording of this event will be available on the Library’s YouTube channel. \nThis event is co-sponsored by: KCMC\, a partnership of preservation and commemorative organizations across Kansas City\, is supported by the Center for Digital and Public Humanities at the University of Missouri-Kansas City and funded by the Mellon Foundation.
URL:https://mohumanities.org/event/how-history-shaped-our-times/
LOCATION:Kansas City Public Library: Plaza Branch\, 4801 Main Street\, Kansas City\, 64112
CATEGORIES:Around Our Community
ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas City Monuments Coalition":MAILTO:kcmc@umkc.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260910T193000
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SUMMARY:The Picture of Dorian Gray
DESCRIPTION:The Picture of Dorian Gray\nBook by Oscar Wilde\nAdapted by Merlin Holland and John O’Connor \nSeptember 10-20\, 2026 \nSet in the decadent world of Victorian London\, a beautiful young man called Dorian Gray becomes infatuated by the exquisite portrait that Basil Hallward has painted of him. He makes a Faustian pact that he will remain forever young while the picture grows old. \nOscar Wilde’s only novel caused an immediate scandal when it was first published in 1890 and its themes of youth and decay\, innocence and corruption\, art and reality are even more relevant to us in the 21st century than in the 19th. \nAdapted by Wilde’s grandson Merlin Holland and John O’Connor\, this delightfully witty version of Wilde’s story incorporates material suppressed from the original manuscript. \nCONTENT ADVISORY: This show depicts violence and drug-use. This show also discusses topics of self-harm and suicide. Patron safety and comfort important to us. \nLicensed through Concord Theatricals on behalf of Samuel French\, LTD.
URL:https://mohumanities.org/event/the-picture-of-dorian-gray/
LOCATION:Columbia Entertainment Company\, 1800 Nelwood\, Columbia\, 65202
CATEGORIES:Around Our Community
ORGANIZER;CN="Columbia Entertainment Company":MAILTO:artistic.director@cectheatre.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260911T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260911T130000
DTSTAMP:20260701T144400Z
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SUMMARY:Unseen St. Louis
DESCRIPTION:When historians visit the archive\, they often find weird\, surprising\, and fun material that they rarely get to share with others…but that ends here! This event shares the stories of a selection of images and objects from various St. Louis archives that reveal an unknown side of St. Louis history. The presentation is fun\, upbeat\, and conversational spanning from the nineteenth century to today\, from newspapers and magazines to photography and phonograph records.
URL:https://mohumanities.org/event/unseen-st-louis-3/
LOCATION:Jefferson College\, 1000 Viking Drive\, Hillsboro\, 63050
CATEGORIES:Around Our Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="Missouri Humanities":MAILTO:mailmohumanities@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T130000
DTSTAMP:20260901T154700Z
CREATED:20260901T154700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T154700Z
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SUMMARY:National Day of Service and Remembrance
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 12\, join communities across the country as we honor the nearly 3\,000 lives lost on September 11\, 2001\, and pay tribute to the first responders and service members who answered the call in the days that followed. In partnership with the National Cemetery Administration\, the National Day of Service and Remembrance brings volunteers together at more than 140 participating national\, grant-funded\, and local cemeteries across the country. Volunteers will help clean headstones and beautify these sacred grounds in tribute to our military members\, veterans\, first responders\, and their families. Registration is free\, but required.
URL:https://mohumanities.org/event/national-day-of-service-and-remembrance/
LOCATION:Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery\, 2900 Sheridan Road\, St.Louis\, 63125
CATEGORIES:Around Our Community
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260912T180000
DTSTAMP:20260612T153330Z
CREATED:20260612T153330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260612T153330Z
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SUMMARY:SECOND ANNUAL FLY WITH THE HIVE HONEY FESTIVAL
DESCRIPTION:Come join us in Historic Downtown Ste. Genevieve for the Second Annual Fly with The Hive Honey Festival. There will be honey forging demos and vendors selling honey related items. Live music\, vendors\, food\, snacks and drinks. Kids game activities in the large backyard area. Entertainers dressed in bee themed costumes walking throughout the festival area.
URL:https://mohumanities.org/event/second-annual-fly-with-the-hive-honey-festival/
LOCATION:Historic Downtown Ste. Genevieve\, 245 Merchant Street\, Ste. Genevieve\, MO\, 63670\, United States
CATEGORIES:Around Our Community
ORGANIZER;CN="Brix":MAILTO:brixurbanwineryandmarket@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260913T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260913T160000
DTSTAMP:20250221T175639Z
CREATED:20250127T172121Z
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SUMMARY:Second Sunday- Free Days at the Museum
DESCRIPTION:Bring 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. \nAll attendees can explore the Museum at no charge.
URL:https://mohumanities.org/event/second-sunday-free-days-at-the-museum/2026-09-13/
LOCATION:The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures\, 5235 Oak Street\, Kansas City\, MO 64112\, Kansas City\, M\, 64112\, United States
CATEGORIES:Around Our Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures":MAILTO:info@toyandminiaturemuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T163000
DTSTAMP:20260721T155732Z
CREATED:20260721T155731Z
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SUMMARY:Ste. Genevieve History Conference
DESCRIPTION:Each Fall\, the Foundation for Restoration of Ste. Genevieve invites a number of scholars to present on various topics pertaining to Ste. Genevieve and mid-Mississippi valley culture in the colonial era. This all-day conference includes additional events and tours throughout the weekend.
URL:https://mohumanities.org/event/ste-genevieve-history-conference/
LOCATION:Ste. Genevieve American Legion Hall\, 2 Park Drive\, Ste. Genevieve\, MO\, 63670\, United States
CATEGORIES:Around Our Community
ORGANIZER;CN="Foundation for Restoration of Ste. Genevieve":MAILTO:ffrsg67@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260920T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260920T150000
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CREATED:20260721T155702Z
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UID:10003632-1789909200-1789916400@mohumanities.org
SUMMARY:ARCHER ALEXANDER MEMORIAL
DESCRIPTION:In 1876\, Archer Alexander (1806-1880) became America’s embodiment of the word Emancipation. On the only memorial ever erected by the formerly enslaved to President Abraham Lincoln in Washington\, D.C. he still rises on the Emancipation Memorial. Though born in Virginia\, he would become the last fugitive slave captured in Missouri\, a border state under Martial Law during the Civil War. In 1863\, he had overheard the area’s Confederate’s planning an attack on a nearby railroad bridge near the Union’s Fort Peruque; and risked his life to report it. He saved hundreds of lives\, supplies\, the payroll and a vital link for the Union Army by so doing. Then he would lead sixteen men on a run for freedom at Howell’s Ferry on the Underground Railroad. He was granted freedom for his services to the military on September 24\, 1863\, and is the third great- grandfather of Muhammad Ali. Yet\, he is buried in an unmarked grave in St. Louis.\nJoin us as we commemorate his day of Freedom\, on the third Sunday in September\, September 20\, 2026\, at 1:00 pm at the St. Peter’s United Church of Christ Cemetery at 2101 Lucas and Hunt Drive for the annual Memorial Service for Archer Alexander. Both the Howell’s Ferry Crossing and Archer Alexander’s burial are listed on the National Park Service’s National Underground Railroad Network to Freedom\, which has over 800 listings across our country\, with fourteen listings here in St. Louis. The public is invited and this is a program for all ages\, please bring lawn chairs.
URL:https://mohumanities.org/event/archer-alexander-memorial/
LOCATION:St. Peters UCC Cemetery\, 2101 Lucas & Hunt\, St. Louis\, MO\, 2101 Lucas and Hunt Road\, St. Louis (Normandy)\, 63121
CATEGORIES:Around Our Community
ORGANIZER;CN="Archer Alexander Memorial Foundation":MAILTO:dorris@archeralexander.blog
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260922T230000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261010T013000
DTSTAMP:20260901T153740Z
CREATED:20260901T153740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T153740Z
UID:10003651-1790118000-1791595800@mohumanities.org
SUMMARY:The Black Rep Presents: The Color Purple (The Musical)
DESCRIPTION:The Black Rep kicks off it’s 50th season with The Color Purple (The Musical) \nJazz\, blues and gospel music carry us through Celie’s odyssey and all who affect her in this landmark musical based on Alice Walker’s Pulitzer Prize winning novel. Born into a life of brutality in the 19th century American South\, Celie perseveres as everyone she loves slips through her fingers. Daring to survive against the odds\, she discovers the power of her own voice and that love is worth believing. \nPresented with the support of the Whitaker Foundation.
URL:https://mohumanities.org/event/the-black-rep-presents-the-color-purple-the-musical/
LOCATION:Edison Theatre\, 6465 Forsyth Blvd\, St. Louis\, 63105
CATEGORIES:Around Our Community
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T183000
DTSTAMP:20260903T140345Z
CREATED:20260903T140213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T140345Z
UID:10003667-1790267400-1790274600@mohumanities.org
SUMMARY:Open House: Missouri Humanities & The Museum of Kansas City
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we celebrate the restoration of the historic Lodge and its exciting new chapter as home to Missouri Humanities! This event is co-hosted by Missouri Humanities and The Museum of Kansas City. \nLight snacks and drinks will be provided inside the Museum at Café 3218. \nPlease let us know if you’re coming by Sept. 17 so we can plan for food and drinks accordingly. RSVPs are appreciated but not required to attend\, and you can register here. \nParking is free and available on Gladstone Blvd. and around the perimeter of the Museum property. An accessible parking entrance is located at the west gate. \n 
URL:https://mohumanities.org/event/open-house-missouri-humanities-the-museum-of-kansas-city/
CATEGORIES:Around Our Community,MOHumanities
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ORGANIZER;CN="Missouri Humanities":MAILTO:mailmohumanities@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260926T180000
DTSTAMP:20260701T142327Z
CREATED:20260701T142327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260701T142327Z
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SUMMARY:OKTOBERFEST
DESCRIPTION:Come join us for a fun filled family friendly event in historic downtown Ste. Genevieve September 26th 10am -6pm. The Oktoberfest will feature an Volks Wagen Parade\, games\, Muny band\, vendors\, food trucks\, games for the kids\, and the every popular Wiener Dog Race fun for the young and the old as well. Come join in the fun. Starts at 10am-6pm
URL:https://mohumanities.org/event/oktoberfest/
LOCATION:Historic Downtown Ste. Genevieve\, 245 Merchant Street\, Ste. Genevieve\, MO\, 63670\, United States
CATEGORIES:Around Our Community
ORGANIZER;CN="Brix Urban Winery and Market":MAILTO:brixurbanwineryandmarket@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261011T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261011T160000
DTSTAMP:20250221T175639Z
CREATED:20250127T172121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250221T175639Z
UID:10002164-1791712800-1791734400@mohumanities.org
SUMMARY:Second Sunday- Free Days at the Museum
DESCRIPTION:Bring 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. \nAll attendees can explore the Museum at no charge.
URL:https://mohumanities.org/event/second-sunday-free-days-at-the-museum/2026-10-11/
LOCATION:The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures\, 5235 Oak Street\, Kansas City\, MO 64112\, Kansas City\, M\, 64112\, United States
CATEGORIES:Around Our Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="The National Museum of Toys and Miniatures":MAILTO:info@toyandminiaturemuseum.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T160000
DTSTAMP:20260901T155158Z
CREATED:20260901T155158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T155158Z
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SUMMARY:Rural Heritage Day
DESCRIPTION:Felix Valle House State Historic Site is once again participating in Ste. Genevieve’s Rural Heritage Day festival. This annual event celebrates the rural traditions of Ste. Genevieve and Ste. Genevieve County from the mid-1700”s to the mid-1900s. Through live demonstrations and hands-on activities\, guests will discover the importance of rural crafts\, trades and entertainment.\nThis is a community-wide event with multiple locations in downtown Ste. Genevieve\, the Ste. Genevieve Museum and Leaning Center\, and the Centre for French Colonial Life.\nAll Rural Heritage Day activities at Felix Valle House State Historic Site are free. Other sites may charge fees. The historic site will host activities from 10am to 4pm.
URL:https://mohumanities.org/event/rural-heritage-day/
LOCATION:Felix Valle House\, 198 Merchant Street\, Ste. Genevieve\, MO\, 63670\, United States
CATEGORIES:Around Our Community
ORGANIZER;CN="Felix Valle Historic State Site":MAILTO:Jillian.Chambliss@dnr.mo.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261024T190000
DTSTAMP:20260901T153800Z
CREATED:20260901T153800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T153800Z
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SUMMARY:Déjà vu Spirit Reunion
DESCRIPTION:Come explore Missouri’s oldest cemetery and experience the stories of early pioneers of Ste. Genevieve by lantern light. Although close to Halloween\, the intent of the Spirit Reunion is not to be scary\, but rather educational\, as you’ll see local people in period costume standing near their final resting place and talking about their lives\, loves\, and perhaps how they died.
URL:https://mohumanities.org/event/deja-vu-spirit-reunion/
LOCATION:Memorial Cemetery\, 35 N 5th St.\, Sainte Genevieve\, M\, 63670\, United States
CATEGORIES:Around Our Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="Foundation for Restoration of Ste. Genevieve":MAILTO:ffrsg67@gmail.com
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