The English-Speaking Union
Kansas City

Celebrating 100 Years in Kansas City
1920-2020

The English-Speaking Union’s diverse educational programs are the hallmark of our mission. Our programs highlight the broad base audience we serve—students, educators, English-language learners, new immigrants, and members.

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Happy Hour: Why I Started World Elephant Day

February 19 @ 3:00 pm4:00 pm CST

Sponsored by the ESU Kansas City BranchFilmmaker and conservationist, Patricia Sims, talks about her…

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ESU’s Showtime Shindig

February 22 @ 11:30 am4:30 pm EST

The ESU is hosting another Showtime Shindig which is part of the ESU Theatre Club.  We will be …

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2025 Shakespeare Competition Kansas City Branch Finals

February 23 @ 2:00 pm5:00 pm CST
Kansas City Public Library, Plaza Branch
4801 Main St
Kansas City, Missouri 64112 United States

High School students in the KC Metro area will be competing for First Place. Find out more The final…

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ESU 2025 Founder’s Award Gala Honoring Dr. E. Quinn Peeper

March 15
Winter Park Racquet Club
2111 Via Tuscany
Winter Park, Florida 32789 United States

The English-Speaking Union Founder’s Award GalaHonoring Dr. E. Quinn PeeperESU National …

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Queen Mary 2 Cruise Line

June 6June 13

ESU members and Friends of ESU are invited to experience an iconic journey on Queen Mary 2 with Cuna…

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ESU 2025 Patron Tour: Nelson on Shore and at Sea: A Life of the British Admiral

July 6July 14

The English-Speaking Union In Partnership with Sea Cloud Cruises Presents2025 National Patron Tour N…

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