Truman Library Honors Veterans with Free Patriotic Celebration WITH FREE PATRIOTIC CELEBRATION | November 1, 2018
Local presidential library hosts family fun day with opportunity to learn about preparing for an emergency
INDEPENDENCE, Mo. – The Harry S. Truman Library and Museum will honor veterans and active service members at the 7th Annual Hon. Ike Skelton Veterans Day Salute Sunday, Nov. 11. The museum is open free to the public from 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., and patriotic activities for all ages are planned throughout the day, including an official wreath-laying ceremony, a panel discussion featuring veterans of recent conflicts, kids’ activities, performances by the Grateful American dance troupe and the Spirit of Independence concert band, and more.
This annual event, created in honor of former Missouri Congressman the Hon. Ike Skelton, is co-presented by Truman Library Institute, Harry S. Truman Library and Museum and the City of Independence.
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS – November 11, 2018
Harry S. Truman Library and Museum
500 W. U.S. Hwy. 24, Independence, MO 64050
- Harry S. Truman Library and Museum open free of charge to all visitors.
- Free gift for veterans (while supplies last)
- Thank our heroes by making a card for a veteran
- Coloring activity for kids
- Mini exhibit featuring highlights of the Truman Library’s newly acquired Korean War collection
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The Honorable Ike Skelton Veterans Day Salute, a moving ceremony honoring our veterans, beginning in the Auditorium with the presentation of the colors and remarks from Brig. Gen. (Ret.) Tim White (USAF), who will draw on his 32 years of distinguished service in the U.S. Air Force. The brief ceremony will continue into the Truman Courtyard for a wreath-laying ceremony, 21-gun salute and more. This ceremony is free and open to the public.
1 p.m.
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Grateful Americans entertainment group performing a dance routine and patriotic show on the majestic front steps of the Truman Library.
2 p.m.
- “Boots on the Ground: The Evolving Role of the American Military”Public Program
Deployed to approximately 150 countries around the world, the U.S. military is engaged in more than just combat missions. From the Ebola epidemic in Haiti to the threat of ISIS abroad, the American military is called on to help others while protecting us at home. Join us for a panel discussion exploring the topic of the evolving role of our military in modern times moderated by Rob Hughes, KMBC Anchor who also serves as an infantry battalion staff officer in the Army National Guard, and featuring veterans and active duty soldiers from recent deployments.
3:30 p.m.
- Spirit of Independence Band playing a special patriotic concert on the front steps of the museum.
- Free cookies and punch reception.
5 p.m.
- A screening of The Great War, part three of the critically-acclaimed film exploring World War I.
Join us as we honor America’s heroes, rain or shine. Activities throughout the day are free, and RSVPs are not required.
The Truman Library Institute is the member-supported, nonprofit partner of the Harry S. Truman Library and Museum, one of 14 presidential libraries of the National Archives. The Truman Library Institute draws on President Truman’s legacy to enrich the public understanding of history, the presidency and America’s unique form of government. This mission is achieved through the development and funding of world-class museum exhibits, a robust international research grant program, public forums and nationally acclaimed education programs serving more than 50,000 students and teachers each year. Learn more at TrumanLibraryInstitute.org.
FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Lacey Helmig
Director of Communications
Truman Library Institute
816-400-1217
lacey.helmig@TrumanLibraryInstitute.org
