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There’s more than one way to serve. Join the American Legion Moore Post 197 family in WaKeeney, KS & become part of our commitment to our community & our country.

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Post 197 Briefing Room

Welcome to all Legionnaires, Veterans, Friends and Visitors to the internet home of the American Legion Moore Post 197 of WaKeeney, Kansas.

It is our sincere pleasure to extend our greetings. Here, you will find all the latest information on the happenings of Post 197—located in the heart of downtown WaKeeney. The Post is alive and well and contributing to the community!

American Legion Post 197 provides a friendly canteen atmosphere where you can swap stories or discuss life, the Constitution, the greatest nation on earth, and everything in between.

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WaKeeney American Legion Moore Post 197

Rent Our Hall

Discover one of the most affordable event venues in Kansas, where all proceeds benefit our veterans of the United States of America. Located right in downtown WaKeeney, KS, our spacious hall is perfect for weddings, receptions, banquets, birthday and retirement parties, concerts, dances, business meetings and more!

Rental Includes:

  • 1,300 sq ft hall perfect for your reception, party, or event.
  • 377 sq ft kitchen prepare and/or serve meals with ease.
  • 204 sq ft meeting room 17.6 ft & 11.6 ft separate room attached to the hall for business meetings or smaller parties.
  • 2 restrooms (1 accessible) clean, spacious facilities for you and your guests.
  • Onsite Parking plenty of space for event preparation/deliveries and your guests.

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Our Mission

The American Legion was chartered and incorporated by Congress in 1919 as a patriotic veterans organization devoted to mutual helpfulness. It is the nation’s largest wartime veterans service organization, committed to mentoring youth and sponsorship of wholesome programs in our communities, advocating patriotism and honor, promoting strong national security, and continued devotion to our fellow servicemembers and veterans.

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Next Event

9.12.2022 – 6:30PM AMERICAN LEGION DINNER

Please join us at our next gathering. We meet at the WaKeeney Moore Post #197 on the 2nd Monday of each month (Sep – May). Dinner starts at 6:30pm, and after we have filled up with good food and conversation, the American Legion Moore Post #197 meets to discuss post business and plan events. We look forward to seeing you at our next American Legion meeting on Monday, September 12 at 6:30.

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Latest News

Win up to $1800

Win up to $1800!

Recruit a new member and you could win some cash for yourself, your recruit, and your post. Every new member that joins The American Legion between February 1, 2021 and May 1, 2021 will be eligible to be entered into a drawing to win. One winner will be drawn at The Kansas Department Convention from […]

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