Dwight D. Eisenhower Birthday Commemorative Concert
Thursday, October 10, 2024
5:30-7:30 PM
Eisenhower Memorial
Celebrate the life and lasting legacy of President and General Eisenhower at his memorial with a sunset concert by the U.S. Army Band “Pershing's Own” Brass Quintet and birthday festivities.
In honor of Dwight D. Eisenhower's 134th birthday, join the Trust for the National Mall to honor and celebrate the five-star general and 34th president at his memorial in Washington, D.C. The night’s featured event, from 6 – 7 PM includes remarks from a special guest speaker before a lively performance from the U.S. Army Band “Pershing’s Own” Brass Quintet, as the sun sets and the lights go up on the Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial’s centerpiece tapestry.
Seating will be available on a first come, first served basis – visitors are encouraged to bring blankets and lawn chairs to sit and enjoy on the memorial lawn.
Before and after the program, from 5:30 – 7:30, this birthday party event will feature crafts and festivities for the whole family – including memorial tours to learn about this recent addition to the National Mall. Decorate your own “I Like Ike” button, sign a birthday card, and enjoy a free cookie while supplies last.
About the Dwight d. eisenhower memorial
The Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial in Washington, D.C., opened on September 17, 2020. Located at 540 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC, it is a living stage where visitors experience and learn about the Eisenhower legacy.
Once opened, the Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial Commission transitioned the leadership for the Memorial to the National Park Service in partnership with the Trust for the National Mall. The Trust, along with the Friends of the Dwight D. Eisenhower Memorial Committee, ensure programming and preservation will support the vision of the Memorial for decades to come. Since its opening in 2020, it has welcomed more than 1.5 million visitors, just steps from the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum. The Memorial has provided a foundation for the award-winning Volunteer-in-Parks (VIP) Program, which empowers a diverse community of volunteers to contribute their skills and knowledge through rewarding, engaging, and mutually beneficial experiences.