This Memorial Day, the commemoration hosted by the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 782 will be a little different: While the tradition of honoring and remembering members of the United States military who died serving the country remains unchanged, this year the VFW and City will also be pausing to remember those in the community lost during the pandemic.

The VFW will be setting up a field of flags to honor each person who passed away from COVID-19 in the City so far, along with two trumpet solos, remarks from the Post Commander, Mayor, and a leader from the Vermont National Guard. The Vermont Guard has stepped forward in such an incredible way throughout this pandemic. The ceremony will conclude with taps.

If you have not attended this short, moving ceremony in the past, this is a good year to stop by Battery Park for the commemoration, which begins at 11am sharp on Monday, May 31. Please follow the Governor's orders that remain in effect.

Thank you.

Dec 7, 2024, 9 AM to 4 PM

Dec 7, 2024, 2 to 6 PM

Dec 8, 2024, 10:15 AM to 1 PM