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Signature Event
Sunday, March 8, 2026
2:00pm
In Person
In 1913, Sarah Rector’s federally allotted land proved oil-rich, making her the wealthiest Black girl in the country. Kansas City historian Diane Eust...
Activity
Tuesday, March 10, 2026
3:00pm
In Person
Trivia program to test your knowledge about Academy Award winners past and present....
Activity
Saturday, March 14, 2026
10:00am
In Person
How will people in the future remember you?
In this workshop, you’ll explore ways to mindfully document your individual history for descend...
Activity
Thursday, March 19, 2026
1:00pm
In Person
Ever wonder about where you came from or want to learn more about your family’s history? This workshop is for you! Join us as we explore the basics...
Signature Event
Thursday, March 19, 2026
6:00pm
Online
In Person
Historian Adam Arenson discusses the culture clash over moral systems during the Civil War and competing visions for the nation’s future....
Signature Event
Wednesday, March 25, 2026
6:00pm
In Person
Missouri Sports Hall of Famer Michael Watson and former coach Myron Piggie discuss Watson’s new book about the 1990s “pay for play” scandal....
Signature Event
Thursday, March 26, 2026
6:00pm
Online
In Person
Historian and translator Sarah Ruden identifies seven pieces of literature that led to doctrines of control over women’s bodies....
Activity
Saturday, March 28, 2026
11:00am
In Person
Have you recently purchased a home and want to learn more about its past? Are you curious about the story behind the house you’ve lived in for year...
Activity
Saturday, March 28, 2026
2:00pm
In Person
Join us every 4th Saturday of the month at the Westport branch to appreciate and learn about the History of American Music through a mus...
Activity
Sunday, March 29, 2026
2:00pm
In Person
Filmmaker Brian Hawkins screens his series of animated short films, narrated in Missouri French with English subtitles, followed by a discussion of th...