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April 2019
Lunchbox Lecture Series: Slivers from a Broken World
Dr. Marilyn Moriarty, Hollins University Dr. Marilyn Moriarty of Hollins University will return to detail the fascinating and moving story of her mother in Slivers from a Broken World. Marilyn’s upcoming book of the same title details her mother’s experiences as a resistance operative in France during…
Find out more »The Dead and Those About to Die: D-Day – The Big Red One at Omaha Beach
Award winning author and military historian John C. McManus will discuss his book The Dead and Those About to Die during a special lecture inside the Memorial's Bobbie G. Johnson Pavilion on April 27. McManus’s riveting account of the 1st Infantry Division’s ordeal on Omaha…
Find out more »May 2019
Armed Forces Day 5K
Support our Armed Forces at the National D-Day Memorial by participating in a patriotic themed 5K Run/Walk. Not only does the race begin and end at the picturesque Memorial, but a total change in elevation of 220 feet provides a unique challenge for runners of…
Find out more »National Maritime Day
Free admission for all mariners and a day to pay tribute to those in the maritime industry.
Find out more »Stars and Stripes Forever Memorial Day Weekend Concert
The Jefferson Choral Society will perform a stirring concert that will have guests on their feet celebrating the freedoms so many have fought and died to protect. Tickets go on sale on Monday, April 1, 2019. Bring your own chair. Call (540) 586-3329 or visit…
Find out more »Remembering Their Sacrifice Memorial Day Ceremony
This special Memorial Day ceremony officially recognizes the men and women who have sacrificed their lives for our freedoms. The program begins at 11 a.m. Special music by Brass 5. Keynote speaker is Alex Kershaw, journalist and a New York Times bestselling author of books…
Find out more »June 2019
Drawing D-Day: An Artist’s Journey Through War Book Signing and Reception
The only sketches known to be drawn on D-Day will be displayed in Bedford for the 75th anniversary of the invasion of Normandy. During this event, view these sketches along with Ugo Giannini’s uniform as WWII costumed re-enactors read excerpts from his journal throughout the…
Find out more »U.S. Naval Academy Plaque Dedication
Join us as we dedicate our newest narrative plaque honoring the U.S. Naval Academy
Find out more »The Final Salute: D-Day Plus 75 Years
June 6, 2019 marks the 75th Anniversary of D-Day, a milestone that is expected to represent the last large gathering of D-Day veterans around the globe. Events are planned throughout the day. Aerial Tribute to WWII Veterans - 10:00 a.m. - Join us as WWII…
Find out more »“Tuesday Mourning” June 6 Evening Performance
“Tuesday Mourning,” a play written by Duane Hahn with original music by Richard Adams, tells the story of Bedford's ultimate sacrifice from the perspective of the men who were there. Runs June 6-9, 2019. Click here for tickets and showtimes.
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