Special Programs

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Jefferson National Expansion Memorial presents special programs and exhibits throughout the year. Some of the programs are designed specifically for school groups. Check this page often to see if programs are being offered at the time of your proposed visit to the park.

2010 Black History Month School and Public Programs

In February, the park presents free interactive black history month programs for school groups at the Museum of Westward Expansion. Most of the programs are offered on Thursdays and Fridays. Click on the link above for more information.

 

Did You Know?

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The Museum of Westward Expansion at the Jefferson National Expansion Memorial contains over 150 quotes from diaries, journals, letters and speeches. The designers of the museum felt the actual words of nineteenth century pioneers were the most powerful way to tell their story. Click to learn more. More...