Black History Month Drop-In
John Wornall House 6115 Wornall Rd., Kansas City, MO 64113, Kansas City, MOBlack individuals were enslaved by the Wornall family at the John Wornall House. Join us on the first day of Black History Month to remember them and learn about their lives. This drop-in style event will include our Black experience audio guide, artifacts relating to enslavement, and honest discussions about enslavement in Missouri. While we discuss this topic daily at […]
Historic Middle School Book Club
Alexander Majors House & Barn 8201 State Line Rd., Kansas City, MOHave a middle schooler who cannot get enough of history class? Is your teen an avid reader? Bring them to the Alexander Majors Barn for our bi-monthly historic book club. Middle schoolers from around the Kansas City area will gather to discuss a historically themed book, complete activities, and enjoy a snack. Sign up for free through Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/historic-middle-school-book-club-tickets-239431434867?aff=ebdssbdestsearch […]
Bouquets & Rosé: Floral Arranging with Friends
Gather your friends and enjoy a "Pal"entine's Day! Treat yourself with a wine tasting paired with cookies and charcuterie, followed by a floral arranging class where you'll take home a bouquet - for yourself or for someone special in your life. So grab some friends and make an afternoon of it! $45/person. Tickets at https://bouquetsrose.eventbrite.com
Couple’s Floral Arranging Class
Alexander Majors House & Barn 8201 State Line Rd., Kansas City, MOValentine's Day is coming up, and what's better than a shared activity? First, enjoy a bourbon and wine tasting with charcuterie cups, bourbon bacon meatballs, and a sweet dessert. Then, work together to create a beautiful mason jar centerpiece to keep the memory going! Your $75 ticket includes food and drink for two, plus one take home centerpiece. Tickets at […]
Preschool Story Time
Alexander Majors House & Barn 8201 State Line Rd., Kansas City, MOFamilies with preschoolers gather one Saturday each month at the Alexander Majors Barn to read a story and then complete themed activities. We highlight a different book each month. This free event is perfect for guardians looking to help their children develop kindergarten readiness skills. Older and younger siblings are always welcome. Maximum of three children per adult, please. *Wornall/Majors […]
Kids’ Trivia Night
Alexander Majors House & Barn 8201 State Line Rd., Kansas City, MOCelebrate Presidents Day 2023 with Wornall/Majors' first-ever kids’ trivia day. Schools are out on Monday, so we are putting students’ minds to the test on Sunday. Kids in grades three through eight are invited to form trivia teams of up to seven for five rounds of presential trivia. Students can also sign up as individuals to be placed into groups […]
Women’s History Month Drop-in
John Wornall House 6115 Wornall Rd., Kansas City, MO 64113, Kansas City, MOVisit the John Wornall House Museum for a Women's History Month drop-in event. This free evening is a chance to learn about women on the frontier, enslaved women in Missouri, and women during the U.S. Civil War. Advanced registration is encouraged but not required. Visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/womens-history-month-drop-in-tickets-510204223567
Preschool Story Time
Alexander Majors House & Barn 8201 State Line Rd., Kansas City, MOFamilies with preschoolers gather one Saturday each month at the Alexander Majors Barn to read a story and then complete themed activities. We highlight a different book each month. This free event is perfect for guardians looking to help their children develop kindergarten readiness skills. Older and younger siblings are always welcome. Maximum of three children per adult, please. For […]
Wornall/Majors Book Club: Lady Rebels of Civil War Missouri
OnlineJoin us for our first book club of 2023 as we read and discuss "Lady Rebels of Civil War Missouri" with award-winning author Larry Wood. You're welcome to participate in the conversation even if you haven't read the book - expect many insights and fascinating stories. Although war was traditionally the purview of men, the realities of America's Civil War […]
Drink Your History: World of Whiskey
Alexander Majors House & Barn 8201 State Line Rd., Kansas City, MOAlcohol and human history have long been entwined. Join us for a four-part series where we explore the American history of spirits, while also teaching you how to discern differences and taste some of America (and the world’s) most historic beverages. Tickets include a brief presentation, plus 3-4 tasting cups or mixed drinks of the featured liquor. Tickets are $30/event, […]
Historic Middle School Book Club
Alexander Majors House & Barn 8201 State Line Rd., Kansas City, MOHave a middle schooler who cannot get enough of history class? Is your teen an avid reader? Bring them to the Alexander Majors Barn for our bi-monthly historic book club. Middle schoolers from around the Kansas City area will gather to discuss a historically themed book, complete activities, and enjoy a snack. Sign up for free through Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/historic-middle-school-book-club-tickets-239431434867?aff=ebdssbdestsearch 4/2/2023 […]
Preschool Story Time
Alexander Majors House & Barn 8201 State Line Rd., Kansas City, MOFamilies with preschoolers gather one Saturday each month at the Alexander Majors Barn to read a story and then complete themed activities. We highlight a different book each month. This free event is perfect for guardians looking to help their children develop kindergarten readiness skills. Older and younger siblings are always welcome. Maximum of three children per adult, please. For […]