70th Annual Commonwealth’s Veterans Day Ceremony
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Join us for the 70th annual Commonwealth’s Veterans Day Ceremony at the Virginia War Memorial, honoring Virginia’s men and women who have served and who …
Upcoming Events
The Virginia War Memorial hosts a wide variety of patriotic ceremonies, educational programs, community outreach, and fundraising events each year. Please check back for updates or CLICK HERE to receive regular emails about War Memorial happenings.
Virginia War Memorial Spirit Station – Richmond Marathon
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All are welcome to join the Virginia War Memorial as volunteers and supporters cheer on Richmond Marathon runners at Mile 16. The Memorial will host …
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! Join the Richmond Marathon Mile 16 Party at the Virginia War Memorial
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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! Join the Richmond Marathon Mile 16 Party at the Virginia War Memorial Mile 16 of a marathon is no ordinary mile. The runners …
Virginia War Memorial Livestream – Salute to Service: Marine Corps Aviator
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Becoming a U.S. Marine Corps (USMC) Aviator requires meeting strict physical, educational, and testing standards, earning a commission as an officer, and completing extensive flight …
Virginia War Memorial Livestream – Aircraft Designations, Camouflage and Markings
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Journey through American aviation history with guest historian Randall L. Lanning, Colonel, USAF (Retired), as he discusses the categories and purposes of military aircraft camouflage …
Commonwealth’s 85th Pearl Harbor Day Remembrance Ceremony
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Join us at the Virginia War Memorial as we commemorate the 85th anniversary of the attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, and honor …
Salute to Service 2027
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Salute to Service is a multi-year program dedicated to reuniting Virginia veterans with their units while honoring the American conflicts in which they served. The …
2027 Summer Reading Challenge
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The Virginia War Memorial is excited to launch the 2027 Summer Reading Challenge. Explore America’s military history this summer through a curated collection of books …
