The Museum of Unity & Hope: Separate & Unequal in the Twin Cities

08/11/2026

BEAT THE HEAT WITH A LITTLE HISTORY TOMORROW NIGHT!
It’s going to be HOT outside tomorrow, so come spend the evening somewhere cool, in more ways than one! The Museum of Unity and Hope is wrapping up its 2026 Summer Speaker Series tomorrow night with historian Tim Krysl.

IMPORTANT LOCATION CHANGE:We’re moving from the auditorium to the Crystal City High School LIBRARY.

Join us Wednesday, August 12, from 6:30–8:00 p.m. for the FINAL program of the summer. If you’ve been meaning to come to one of our Speaker Series events, this is your last chance this summer. Escape the heat, bring a friend, settle into the air conditioning, and spend the evening discovering some of the fascinating, surprising, and sometimes downright strange stories that shaped American history.

No homework. No test. Just a great storyteller, great conversation, and a very cool place to spend a very hot August evening.

Wednesday, August 12
6:30–8:00 p.m.
Crystal City High School LIBRARY

07/07/2026

Museum Supporters - History Comes Alive TOMORROW!

Join us for the second installment of our 2026 Summer Speaker Series on Wednesday, July 8, at 6:30 p.m. as historian Tim Krysl returns with another fascinating evening exploring the Reconstruction Era and the pivotal events that shaped the United States of America.

This month's program will tackle thought-provoking questions and surprising stories, including:

-Why didn't the Framers include presidential term limits in the original Constitution?
-Why was the 13th Amendment needed to permanently abolish slavery after the Emancipation Proclamation?
-What conspiracies and unanswered questions still surround John Wilkes Booth and the assassination of President Abraham Lincoln?

Whether you're a lifelong history enthusiast or simply enjoy discovering the stories behind the headlines of the past, you'll leave with a fresh perspective on one of the most transformative periods in American history.

You'll also have the opportunity to help shape our August program by sharing your ideas and questions with Tim during the evening.

Wednesday, July 8 | 6:30- 8:00 p.m.
Crystal City High School Auditorium
1100 Mississippi Avenue, Crystal City

Bring a friend, bring your curiosity, and join us for an evening of engaging discussion, surprising insights, and local community connection. We can't wait to see you there!

06/10/2026

Tonight's the night! The Museum of Unity and Hope 2026 Speaker Series kicks off TONIGHT at Crystal City High School Auditorium (enter through gym doors) from 6:30–8:00 PM.

Local historian Tim Krysl will be speaking on the Reconstruction Era and its lasting impact on our Twin Cities community, including the story behind Douglass High School and what the Museum of Unity and Hope will mean for future generations.

See you tonight. Bring a friend. Bring your family. This history belongs to all of us. 💚

05/28/2026

Exciting news! The Museum of Unity and Hope 2026 Speaker Series is here!

Join us this summer as local historian and educator Tim Krysl takes us on a journey through the Reconstruction Era and its lasting impact on the Twin Cities and surrounding communities. Tim will share the inspiration behind the Museum of Unity and Hope, provide context for the world Douglass High School was built within, and give us a community progress report on our fundraising campaign.

Three Wednesday evenings:
June 10 | July 8 | August 12
6:30pm – 8:00pm
Crystal City High School Auditorium
1100 Mississippi Avenue, Crystal City, MO 63019

This is a wonderful opportunity to learn, connect, and be part of preserving history for future generations. We hope to see you there!

Want to support the museum? Donations are welcome, see the flyer for our donation QR code.

03/07/2026