Memorial Day Commemoration

Join the National Museum of the Pacific War as we remember those who gave their lives for the freedoms we enjoy today. The ceremony includes a guest speaker, a wreath-laying ceremony, and more.

Program Itinerary:

10:00 am: Patio doors open

10:30-10:55 am: Seating accompanied by live choral music by the Fredericksburg United Methodist Church Choir

11:00 am: Ceremony begins

Post colors by NJROTC
National Anthem by the Fredericksburg United Methodist Church Choir
Pledge of Allegiance by NJROTC
Invocation by Craig Barrack, Retired Youth Pastor
Welcome Address from David Shields, Museum Director
Musical Selection from the Fredericksburg United Methodist Church Choir
Keynote address by Maj. Gen. Miles Brown
Recognition of Memorial Wall Endowment Wreaths
Gillespie County Veterans Wreath Presentation by NJROTC
Taps by Bill Smallwood
Retire colors by NJROTC

In case of inclement weather, the program will be moved from the Memorial Courtyard to the ballroom of the Historic Nimitz Hotel. This program is free to the public, but seating is limited. When seats are filled standing room is available.