Kansas City Area Community Calendar of Events

Embark on a magical journey through Powell Gardens where life-size dragons and magnificent creatures await around every turn. During Dragons and Fantastic Beasts, guests are invited to explore, play, and imagine as they follow clues, complete quests, and discover the wonders of nature through an immersive fairytale adventure.

Designed for families and young explorers, this summer experience celebrates outdoor play and unforgettable memories.

Admission to Dragons and Fantastic Beasts includes interactive stations, educational displays, and hands-on activities rooted in adventure.

May 23 – September 24, 2026

From the producers of Auschwitz. Not long ago. Not far away. comes the next world-shaping chapter of global history and the enduring importance of freedom, human rights, and democracy.

May 29 through December 13, 2026

Divided into four sections, the exhibition explores the story behind the Berlin Wall and the world it represented – a global conflict between capitalism and communism that brought our planet to the brink of nuclear destruction.
The Berlin Wall. A World Divided. combines multiple perspectives and experiences through a unique collection of artifacts, media and diverse testimonies. The exhibition traces the origins and rise of the Cold War conflict.
Extending its narrative to the fall of the Wall in 1989, as a prelude to the end of the Cold War, the exhibition hints at the legacy of an era that continues, in essence, to shape the world and goes beyond the conventional narrative about the history of the Berlin Wall.

Included in your admission is an audio guide, which provides additional information with a carefully crafted narrative. Audio guide available in English, Spanish and French.

The Berlin Wall. A World Divided. is an exhibition by the Spanish company Musealia in collaboration with the Berlin Wall Foundation, the German institution that looks after the historical legacy and memory of the victims of the communist regime in East Germany.

Opens May 29, 2026 The Berlin Wall. A World Divided. is the story of the greatest symbol of division in the 20th century. For nearly three decades, the Berlin Wall divided a city. Now, The Berlin Wall. A World Divided. brings its story to life.

An unprecedented collaboration, which for the first time gathers more than 40 lenders from 20 international institutions, highlights the different perspectives and experiences of people living on both sides of the wall through a collection of 200 original objects on public display for the first time in North America.

Festival of Butterflies (July 16-August 2) returns for a special 30th-year celebration, inviting guests of all ages to reflect on three decades of wonder, discovery, and the magic of pollinators at Powell Gardens. This year honors the memories that have made the festival a Kansas City family tradition while creating new ways to enjoy it together. Spend a day exploring tropical and native butterflies alongside stunning botanical displays!

Begin your journey in the Conservatory with an up-close encounter with free-flying butterflies. In honor of the festival’s 30th year, the Grand Hall will feature a stunning botanical cake installation. Take a look at this imaginative tribute to three decades of celebrating beauty and pollinators before you head outside!

Walk to the Garden Galleries to discover the host plants that sustain butterflies, then follow the Butterfly Meadow through some of Missouri’s native pollinator-friendly plants. On the East Lawn, you’ll find the Native Butterfly Habitat and Lily Pad learning stop. Make your way to the Plant & Insect Lab to observe pollinators in action.

Round out your visit with favorite extras like botanical sundaes, interactive exhibits, Fortopia, Dragons and Fantastic Beasts, the Pollinator Playground, the Flutter Zone, and more. Festival of Butterflies gives guests days filled with joy, reflection, and magical moments!

June 4 – September 6, 2026,  Tuesday – Sunday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

For a brief moment, massive history rolls into Kansas City and the rails come alive.

See the world’s largest operating steam locomotive up close as Union Pacific’s legendary No. 4014 “Big Boy” returns to Union Station during its America250 tour.

Enjoy free up-close viewing, incredible photo opportunities, and a chance to experience one of the world’s most iconic steam locomotives in person. Watching Big Boy thunder into the station is something no photo or video can fully capture.

Viewing hours are limited, and Big Boy won’t be here for long. Plan your visit now before this American muscle and legendary might moves down the tracks.

Tuesday, JULY 21:  approximately 5:30PM to 8PM

Wednesday, July 22:  9AM – 1PM and 6PM – 8PM

FREE Admission for Everyone

Other Sites Schedule

Tuesday, July 21
Jefferson City, MO
NO PUBLIC ACCESS Depart: 9:00 a.m. CDT

California, MO
East St. Crossing Arrive: 10:00 a.m. CDT
Depart 10:15 a.m. CDT

You must hear the Spirit’s Word through His servants:

• Joseph Good – MNL’s 2026 Convocation Keynote Speaker!
Joseph and wife Debbie are founders of Hatikva Ministries in Crosby TX
For four decades he taught Hebraic values and concepts for non-Jews. His recent research on the Temple draws from traditional Jewish, historical and archaeological sources. His Temple research was featured on the History Channel’s “Naked Archaeologist.” Joseph’s book Rosh haShanah and the Messianic Kingdom to Come received national prominence in 1990 on TBN Television Network. For five years he was a frequent guest on TBN and had two weekly programs, “Ikvot haMashaiach” (Footsteps of Messiah) and
“Ancient Israel.” For the next twelve years he taught a program on GLC,
“Promise of the Father.” Other books written by Joseph are Prophecies in the Book of Esther, A Concise Guide to the Mishnah and Tosefta and Discovering the Locations of the Temple Compound and Measure The Pattern, Volume One was released in January 2016. Joseph teaches online on Hatikva Ministries Facebook Page, Joseph Good facebook page or Joe Good Hatikva on UTube Tuesday at 7 PM CST. His recorded teachings are on www.jerusalemtemplestudy.com.

• Marilyn Griffin – Ministries of New Life Founder
From infancy, Marilyn’s mother taught her Scripture and the centrality of Israel. It prepared her heart for an early childhood encounter, in Jewish terms, an Acharit Hayamim (End of Days) experience. At age 17, the Spirit issued an undisclosed Call. Twenty-two years later He quickened that dormant Call. The Spirit’s zeal birthed intense personal and corporate prayer with fasting. After five years Ministries of New Life went public on May 2, 1984. The Spirit orchestrated each MNL milestone. On May 7, 1987, He assembled pastors for the first Citywide Prayer Movement gathering. Alongside the CPM He commissioned MNL to lead twenty citywide repentance services impacting the spiritual landscape of Kansas City and beyond. The work of MNL vibrantly continues, with a Global call to the nations and the world, keeping Israel central.

+Mark Fishman – from London England, Graduating from Manchester University, he pursued Jewish studies at various seminaries in Israel.
In 2022, after 12 years as Senior Rabbi at Congregation Beth Tikvah in Montreal, Canada, he and his family made Aliyah to Efrat, Israel. He and his wife Sarah have four children: Shira, Shmuel, Dvorah and Batsheva.
He brings a depth of Torah scholarship to Christian audiences, deeply rooted in the shared heritage of the Bible. As Manager of North American Engagement for Israel365, he works to build bridges between Jews and Christians. Rabbi Fishman desires to deepen understanding, strengthen friendships and inspire
lasting impact between Israel and its faith-based allies. Israel365 works closely with US Congress members and key portfolios within the Knesset.
• Various other speakers, including Kansas City local James & Melissa Patton from Israel.

Registration Fee:
FREE
You must provide you first and last name, email and or phone number. Provide all the same information for your guest.
If you do not provide this information you and your guest will not be able to attend and lunch will not be provided.
Please email this information to: mnl@mnewlife.org
Livestream is free at our Youtube channel @ministriesofnewlife

Embark on a magical journey through Powell Gardens where life-size dragons and magnificent creatures await around every turn. During Dragons and Fantastic Beasts, guests are invited to explore, play, and imagine as they follow clues, complete quests, and discover the wonders of nature through an immersive fairytale adventure.

Designed for families and young explorers, this summer experience celebrates outdoor play and unforgettable memories.

Admission to Dragons and Fantastic Beasts includes interactive stations, educational displays, and hands-on activities rooted in adventure.

May 23 – September 24, 2026

From the producers of Auschwitz. Not long ago. Not far away. comes the next world-shaping chapter of global history and the enduring importance of freedom, human rights, and democracy.

May 29 through December 13, 2026

Divided into four sections, the exhibition explores the story behind the Berlin Wall and the world it represented – a global conflict between capitalism and communism that brought our planet to the brink of nuclear destruction.
The Berlin Wall. A World Divided. combines multiple perspectives and experiences through a unique collection of artifacts, media and diverse testimonies. The exhibition traces the origins and rise of the Cold War conflict.
Extending its narrative to the fall of the Wall in 1989, as a prelude to the end of the Cold War, the exhibition hints at the legacy of an era that continues, in essence, to shape the world and goes beyond the conventional narrative about the history of the Berlin Wall.

Included in your admission is an audio guide, which provides additional information with a carefully crafted narrative. Audio guide available in English, Spanish and French.

The Berlin Wall. A World Divided. is an exhibition by the Spanish company Musealia in collaboration with the Berlin Wall Foundation, the German institution that looks after the historical legacy and memory of the victims of the communist regime in East Germany.

Opens May 29, 2026 The Berlin Wall. A World Divided. is the story of the greatest symbol of division in the 20th century. For nearly three decades, the Berlin Wall divided a city. Now, The Berlin Wall. A World Divided. brings its story to life.

An unprecedented collaboration, which for the first time gathers more than 40 lenders from 20 international institutions, highlights the different perspectives and experiences of people living on both sides of the wall through a collection of 200 original objects on public display for the first time in North America.

Festival of Butterflies (July 16-August 2) returns for a special 30th-year celebration, inviting guests of all ages to reflect on three decades of wonder, discovery, and the magic of pollinators at Powell Gardens. This year honors the memories that have made the festival a Kansas City family tradition while creating new ways to enjoy it together. Spend a day exploring tropical and native butterflies alongside stunning botanical displays!

Begin your journey in the Conservatory with an up-close encounter with free-flying butterflies. In honor of the festival’s 30th year, the Grand Hall will feature a stunning botanical cake installation. Take a look at this imaginative tribute to three decades of celebrating beauty and pollinators before you head outside!

Walk to the Garden Galleries to discover the host plants that sustain butterflies, then follow the Butterfly Meadow through some of Missouri’s native pollinator-friendly plants. On the East Lawn, you’ll find the Native Butterfly Habitat and Lily Pad learning stop. Make your way to the Plant & Insect Lab to observe pollinators in action.

Round out your visit with favorite extras like botanical sundaes, interactive exhibits, Fortopia, Dragons and Fantastic Beasts, the Pollinator Playground, the Flutter Zone, and more. Festival of Butterflies gives guests days filled with joy, reflection, and magical moments!

June 4 – September 6, 2026,  Tuesday – Sunday 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

You must hear the Spirit’s Word through His servants:

• Joseph Good – MNL’s 2026 Convocation Keynote Speaker!
Joseph and wife Debbie are founders of Hatikva Ministries in Crosby TX
For four decades he taught Hebraic values and concepts for non-Jews. His recent research on the Temple draws from traditional Jewish, historical and archaeological sources. His Temple research was featured on the History Channel’s “Naked Archaeologist.” Joseph’s book Rosh haShanah and the Messianic Kingdom to Come received national prominence in 1990 on TBN Television Network. For five years he was a frequent guest on TBN and had two weekly programs, “Ikvot haMashaiach” (Footsteps of Messiah) and
“Ancient Israel.” For the next twelve years he taught a program on GLC,
“Promise of the Father.” Other books written by Joseph are Prophecies in the Book of Esther, A Concise Guide to the Mishnah and Tosefta and Discovering the Locations of the Temple Compound and Measure The Pattern, Volume One was released in January 2016. Joseph teaches online on Hatikva Ministries Facebook Page, Joseph Good facebook page or Joe Good Hatikva on UTube Tuesday at 7 PM CST. His recorded teachings are on www.jerusalemtemplestudy.com.

• Marilyn Griffin – Ministries of New Life Founder
From infancy, Marilyn’s mother taught her Scripture and the centrality of Israel. It prepared her heart for an early childhood encounter, in Jewish terms, an Acharit Hayamim (End of Days) experience. At age 17, the Spirit issued an undisclosed Call. Twenty-two years later He quickened that dormant Call. The Spirit’s zeal birthed intense personal and corporate prayer with fasting. After five years Ministries of New Life went public on May 2, 1984. The Spirit orchestrated each MNL milestone. On May 7, 1987, He assembled pastors for the first Citywide Prayer Movement gathering. Alongside the CPM He commissioned MNL to lead twenty citywide repentance services impacting the spiritual landscape of Kansas City and beyond. The work of MNL vibrantly continues, with a Global call to the nations and the world, keeping Israel central.

+Mark Fishman – from London England, Graduating from Manchester University, he pursued Jewish studies at various seminaries in Israel.
In 2022, after 12 years as Senior Rabbi at Congregation Beth Tikvah in Montreal, Canada, he and his family made Aliyah to Efrat, Israel. He and his wife Sarah have four children: Shira, Shmuel, Dvorah and Batsheva.
He brings a depth of Torah scholarship to Christian audiences, deeply rooted in the shared heritage of the Bible. As Manager of North American Engagement for Israel365, he works to build bridges between Jews and Christians. Rabbi Fishman desires to deepen understanding, strengthen friendships and inspire
lasting impact between Israel and its faith-based allies. Israel365 works closely with US Congress members and key portfolios within the Knesset.
• Various other speakers, including Kansas City local James & Melissa Patton from Israel.

Registration Fee:
FREE
You must provide you first and last name, email and or phone number. Provide all the same information for your guest.
If you do not provide this information you and your guest will not be able to attend and lunch will not be provided.
Please email this information to: mnl@mnewlife.org
Livestream is free at our Youtube channel @ministriesofnewlife

Embark on a magical journey through Powell Gardens where life-size dragons and magnificent creatures await around every turn. During Dragons and Fantastic Beasts, guests are invited to explore, play, and imagine as they follow clues, complete quests, and discover the wonders of nature through an immersive fairytale adventure.

Designed for families and young explorers, this summer experience celebrates outdoor play and unforgettable memories.

Admission to Dragons and Fantastic Beasts includes interactive stations, educational displays, and hands-on activities rooted in adventure.

May 23 – September 24, 2026

From the producers of Auschwitz. Not long ago. Not far away. comes the next world-shaping chapter of global history and the enduring importance of freedom, human rights, and democracy.

May 29 through December 13, 2026

Divided into four sections, the exhibition explores the story behind the Berlin Wall and the world it represented – a global conflict between capitalism and communism that brought our planet to the brink of nuclear destruction.
The Berlin Wall. A World Divided. combines multiple perspectives and experiences through a unique collection of artifacts, media and diverse testimonies. The exhibition traces the origins and rise of the Cold War conflict.
Extending its narrative to the fall of the Wall in 1989, as a prelude to the end of the Cold War, the exhibition hints at the legacy of an era that continues, in essence, to shape the world and goes beyond the conventional narrative about the history of the Berlin Wall.

Included in your admission is an audio guide, which provides additional information with a carefully crafted narrative. Audio guide available in English, Spanish and French.

The Berlin Wall. A World Divided. is an exhibition by the Spanish company Musealia in collaboration with the Berlin Wall Foundation, the German institution that looks after the historical legacy and memory of the victims of the communist regime in East Germany.

Opens May 29, 2026 The Berlin Wall. A World Divided. is the story of the greatest symbol of division in the 20th century. For nearly three decades, the Berlin Wall divided a city. Now, The Berlin Wall. A World Divided. brings its story to life.

An unprecedented collaboration, which for the first time gathers more than 40 lenders from 20 international institutions, highlights the different perspectives and experiences of people living on both sides of the wall through a collection of 200 original objects on public display for the first time in North America.

From the producers of Auschwitz. Not long ago. Not far away. comes the next world-shaping chapter of global history and the enduring importance of freedom, human rights, and democracy.

May 29 through December 13, 2026

Divided into four sections, the exhibition explores the story behind the Berlin Wall and the world it represented – a global conflict between capitalism and communism that brought our planet to the brink of nuclear destruction.
The Berlin Wall. A World Divided. combines multiple perspectives and experiences through a unique collection of artifacts, media and diverse testimonies. The exhibition traces the origins and rise of the Cold War conflict.
Extending its narrative to the fall of the Wall in 1989, as a prelude to the end of the Cold War, the exhibition hints at the legacy of an era that continues, in essence, to shape the world and goes beyond the conventional narrative about the history of the Berlin Wall.

Included in your admission is an audio guide, which provides additional information with a carefully crafted narrative. Audio guide available in English, Spanish and French.

The Berlin Wall. A World Divided. is an exhibition by the Spanish company Musealia in collaboration with the Berlin Wall Foundation, the German institution that looks after the historical legacy and memory of the victims of the communist regime in East Germany.

Opens May 29, 2026 The Berlin Wall. A World Divided. is the story of the greatest symbol of division in the 20th century. For nearly three decades, the Berlin Wall divided a city. Now, The Berlin Wall. A World Divided. brings its story to life.

An unprecedented collaboration, which for the first time gathers more than 40 lenders from 20 international institutions, highlights the different perspectives and experiences of people living on both sides of the wall through a collection of 200 original objects on public display for the first time in North America.

From the producers of Auschwitz. Not long ago. Not far away. comes the next world-shaping chapter of global history and the enduring importance of freedom, human rights, and democracy.

May 29 through December 13, 2026

Divided into four sections, the exhibition explores the story behind the Berlin Wall and the world it represented – a global conflict between capitalism and communism that brought our planet to the brink of nuclear destruction.
The Berlin Wall. A World Divided. combines multiple perspectives and experiences through a unique collection of artifacts, media and diverse testimonies. The exhibition traces the origins and rise of the Cold War conflict.
Extending its narrative to the fall of the Wall in 1989, as a prelude to the end of the Cold War, the exhibition hints at the legacy of an era that continues, in essence, to shape the world and goes beyond the conventional narrative about the history of the Berlin Wall.

Included in your admission is an audio guide, which provides additional information with a carefully crafted narrative. Audio guide available in English, Spanish and French.

The Berlin Wall. A World Divided. is an exhibition by the Spanish company Musealia in collaboration with the Berlin Wall Foundation, the German institution that looks after the historical legacy and memory of the victims of the communist regime in East Germany.

Opens May 29, 2026 The Berlin Wall. A World Divided. is the story of the greatest symbol of division in the 20th century. For nearly three decades, the Berlin Wall divided a city. Now, The Berlin Wall. A World Divided. brings its story to life.

An unprecedented collaboration, which for the first time gathers more than 40 lenders from 20 international institutions, highlights the different perspectives and experiences of people living on both sides of the wall through a collection of 200 original objects on public display for the first time in North America.

From the producers of Auschwitz. Not long ago. Not far away. comes the next world-shaping chapter of global history and the enduring importance of freedom, human rights, and democracy.

May 29 through December 13, 2026

Divided into four sections, the exhibition explores the story behind the Berlin Wall and the world it represented – a global conflict between capitalism and communism that brought our planet to the brink of nuclear destruction.
The Berlin Wall. A World Divided. combines multiple perspectives and experiences through a unique collection of artifacts, media and diverse testimonies. The exhibition traces the origins and rise of the Cold War conflict.
Extending its narrative to the fall of the Wall in 1989, as a prelude to the end of the Cold War, the exhibition hints at the legacy of an era that continues, in essence, to shape the world and goes beyond the conventional narrative about the history of the Berlin Wall.

Included in your admission is an audio guide, which provides additional information with a carefully crafted narrative. Audio guide available in English, Spanish and French.

The Berlin Wall. A World Divided. is an exhibition by the Spanish company Musealia in collaboration with the Berlin Wall Foundation, the German institution that looks after the historical legacy and memory of the victims of the communist regime in East Germany.

Opens May 29, 2026 The Berlin Wall. A World Divided. is the story of the greatest symbol of division in the 20th century. For nearly three decades, the Berlin Wall divided a city. Now, The Berlin Wall. A World Divided. brings its story to life.

An unprecedented collaboration, which for the first time gathers more than 40 lenders from 20 international institutions, highlights the different perspectives and experiences of people living on both sides of the wall through a collection of 200 original objects on public display for the first time in North America.