Events & Programs
April 15: "Behind the Wire" Exhibit Opening
Come join us for the opening event for the new VMH exhibit "Behind the Wire: Stories of a POW." It relates the experiences of POW Anthony Jurek, who was imprisoned in POW camps in North Korea for 33 months. Meet Tony and stroll through the exhibit. Beverages and appetizers will be provided.
This event is free and open to all!
Date: Thursday, April 15
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Location: The Great Hall of the St. Louis County Heritage & Arts Center (the Depot)
The exhibit, which is free and open to the public, will be on display until May 10.
"Behind the Wire" was developed by VMH interns Brittany Houselog, Alicia Kozlowski, Stephen Nickell, and Preston Petermeier, under the guidance of Dan Hartman, as part of the VMH Internship Program.
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April 20: History in a Pint with Anthony Jurek
When – April 20 – 6:00 pm
Cost - Free
Location – Carmody’s Irish Pub and Brewing
Featured Speaker – Anthony Jurek – Prisoner of War in the Korean War
During the Korean War Mr. Jurek was captured by the North Koreans and was imprisoned from December 1, 1950 to August 1953. Come listen to his incredible story about his capture and the horrid conditions he survived.
