250th Anniversary Celebration Honoring the Navy, Marines, and Army

By Navy League of Kansas City | October 7, 2025 | Comments Off on 250th Anniversary Celebration Honoring the Navy, Marines, and Army

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Join the Navy League of Greater Kansas City and our partners as we proudly celebrate 250 years of the U.S. Army, Navy, and Marine Corps with a weekend of history, honor, and community at Union Station.

This free, two-day event recognizes the historic impact of America’s military branches and our veterans on the Kansas City region — featuring patriotic ceremonies, live performances, and interactive exhibits for all ages.

 Friday, October 10 – Kickoff Events

Union Station, 30 W Pershing Road

  • 7:23 AM – Flag Raising Ceremony (Joint Service Color Guard)

  • 8:30 AM – Anniversary Kickoff Ceremony in the Greater KC Chamber of Commerce Board Room

  • 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM – Milestones in History presentations, patriotic music, and military displays

  • 5:00 PM – Taps & Flag Lowering Ceremony featuring the American Legion Band

 Saturday, October 11 – Community Celebration

  • 7:23 AM – Flag Raising Ceremony (Sons of the American Revolution)

  • 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM – Ongoing historical reenactments, live patriotic performances, and “Milestones in History” readings

  • 5:00 PM – Echoing Taps Finale with the American Legion Brass Band and color guard salute

All Weekend:

  • Static military displays inside and outside Union Station

  • Historical ship models from the Kansas City Square Riggers Guild

  • Veterans’ tables and exhibits

  • Reenactors, vintage military vehicles, and patriotic lighting displays

Presented By:

The Navy League of Greater Kansas City, in partnership with:

Navy, Marine Corps, and Army Recruiting Commands • CLR-4 • Naval Reserve Center Kansas City • Sons of the American Revolution (MO & KS) • American Legion • Kansas City Square Riggers Guild • National WWI Museum and Memorial

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