Upcoming Events

Events on the National Mall…

***Many Veterans Day events may be impacted by the ongoing government shutdown.

Veterans Day at the World War II Memorial 
Tuesday, November 11, 10 AM 
Friends of the National World War II Memorial and the National Park Service will co-host a special Veterans Day observance at the World War II Memorial in Washington, D.C. As part of the ceremony, World War II veterans will place wreaths at the Memorial’s Freedom Wall, paying tribute to their fallen brothers and sisters. This moving tradition stands as a powerful reminder of the price of freedom and the enduring legacy of the Greatest Generation. Register here. 

Bells of Peace Ceremony at the National World War I Memorial 
Tuesday, November 11, 10:45 AM 
The Doughboy Foundation will sponsor the annual Bells of Peace Ceremony at The National World War I Memorial in Washington, DC, located on Pennsylvania Ave between 14th and 15th streets. The ceremony is free and open to the public, or can be watched via livestream. Bells of Peace commemorates the end of World War I and honors the 4.7 million Americans who donned the uniform and the 116,516 who lost their lives in that conflict. November 11 is now Veterans Day, a day to recognize all military Veterans of the United States Armed Forces. Originally called Armistice Day, the date marked the end of hostilities in WWI and is observed as Remembrance Day in other countries. View the livestream or learn more. 

Veterans Day Reading of the Names Program at the African American Civil War Memorial 
Tuesday, November 11, 11 AM 
The African American Civil War Memorial Museum will host a Reading of the Names event to honor the United States Colored Troops (USCT) as part of our Grand Reopening celebration and in recognition of Veterans Day. Learn more here. 

Veterans Day Wreath Laying Ceremony at the United States Navy Memorial 
Tuesday, November 11, 1 PM 
Commemorate Veterans Day virtually or in-person at the U.S. Navy Memorial in Washington, D.C. for a solemn Wreath Laying Ceremony honoring the service and sacrifice of America’s veterans. Featuring the United States Navy Band and the United States Ceremonial Guard, this annual event brings together veterans, families, active-duty service members, and the community to pay tribute to all who have worn the nation’s uniform. Located just steps from the National Mall, the Navy Memorial is proud to host this public ceremony as part of its ongoing mission to honor, recognize, and celebrate the men and women of the Sea Services. Register for the live stream or learn more here. 

Veterans Day Ceremony & Wreath Presentation at the Korean War Veterans Memorial  
Tuesday, November 11, 3 PM 
This coming Veterans Day, the Korean War Veterans Memorial Foundation will conduct a ceremony to honor our Veterans, past and present, for their enduring heroism, patriotism, and love for our nation. Register here. 

Public Ribbon Cutting at the African American Civil War Memorial Museum 
Monday, November 10, 11 AM 
Come celebrate the Grand Reopening of the African American Civil War Memorial Museum to honor the United States Colored Troops and embrace a new chapter. Throughout the day, the Museum will also host a Community Program and Descendants’ Happy Hour. Learn more here. 

Civil War Washington Forts: An Interpretive Hike of Civil War Defenses of Washington 
Saturday, November 8, 10 AM 
Join Ford’s Theatre for this free educational opportunity exploring the Civil War defenses of Washington, D.C. When the Civil War broke out, Washington, D.C. was surrounded by slave-holding states and confederate sympathizers. In the summer of 1861, 68 forts were hastily built to defend this city. These forts remain part of our city today. The 2-mile outdoor hike will take educators from Fort DeRussy to Fort Stevens. Register here. 

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