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Family Day

National D-Day Memorial 3 Overlord Circle, Bedford, VA, United States

At the National D-Day Memorial's annual Family Day, kids and adults can together get a glimpse of life at home and on the front lines during World War II. Family Day features educational displays, demonstrations, living historians, children's activities, and special tours. Food will be available for purchase. The Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets’ precision drill team, known as the Gregory Guard, will hold a performance on Gray Plaza at 10:45a.m., set against the Memorial’s symbolic beach tableau scene. The performance will last only minutes, so get there early to not miss it! Gregory Guard, VT Corps of Cadets Guests...

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Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets’ Gregory Guard Drill Team Performance

National D-Day Memorial 3 Overlord Circle, Bedford, VA, United States

The Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets' silent precision drill team, known as the Gregory Guard, combines military tradition and ceremony. Taking place in Gray Plaza and set against the Memorial’s symbolic beach tableau scene, the Gregory Guard will demonstrate precision and uniformity with a silent drill performance honoring the sacrifices of all those who have come before them. The Memorial stop is one of several the team will make at significant sites across Virginia. Memorial admission is free on Saturday, April 25, 2026. Virginia Tech Corps of Cadets Gregory Guard

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The Life and Art of Charles M. Schulz Exhibition

Bower Center for the Arts 305 N. Bridge Street, Bedford, VA, United States

Legendary cartoonist Charles M. Schulz’s legacy is one of cultural influence through his beloved Peanuts comic strip and of humble service in World War II. His wartime experience left a lasting impression on him, so much so that he became the Capital Campaign Chair of the National D-Day Memorial Foundation from 1998 until his passing in 2000. Portrait of Charles M. Schulz in his army Uniform, c. 1945.© SFIPT, courtesy of the Charles M.Schulz Museum, Santa Rosa, CA “I think any sensible person with a grasp of history would have to admit that D-Day was the most important day of our...

The Life and Art of Charles M. Schulz Exhibition

Bower Center for the Arts 305 N. Bridge Street, Bedford, VA, United States

https://youtu.be/A0ZszaFQcZY?si=LR0R6r8um5q9K_4S Legendary cartoonist Charles M. Schulz’s legacy is one of cultural influence through his beloved Peanuts comic strip and of humble service in World War II. His wartime experience left a lasting impression on him, so much so that he became the Capital Campaign Chair of the National D-Day Memorial Foundation from 1998 until his passing in 2000. Portrait of Charles M. Schulz in his army Uniform, c. 1945.© SFIPT, courtesy of the Charles M.Schulz Museum, Santa Rosa, CA “I think any sensible person with a grasp of history would have to admit that D-Day was the most important day of...

The Life and Art of Charles M. Schulz Exhibition

Bower Center for the Arts 305 N. Bridge Street, Bedford, VA, United States

https://youtu.be/A0ZszaFQcZY?si=LR0R6r8um5q9K_4S Legendary cartoonist Charles M. Schulz’s legacy is one of cultural influence through his beloved Peanuts comic strip and of humble service in World War II. His wartime experience left a lasting impression on him, so much so that he became the Capital Campaign Chair of the National D-Day Memorial Foundation from 1998 until his passing in 2000. Portrait of Charles M. Schulz in his army Uniform, c. 1945.© SFIPT, courtesy of the Charles M.Schulz Museum, Santa Rosa, CA “I think any sensible person with a grasp of history would have to admit that D-Day was the most important day of...

The Life and Art of Charles M. Schulz Exhibition

Bower Center for the Arts 305 N. Bridge Street, Bedford, VA, United States

https://youtu.be/A0ZszaFQcZY?si=LR0R6r8um5q9K_4S Legendary cartoonist Charles M. Schulz’s legacy is one of cultural influence through his beloved Peanuts comic strip and of humble service in World War II. His wartime experience left a lasting impression on him, so much so that he became the Capital Campaign Chair of the National D-Day Memorial Foundation from 1998 until his passing in 2000. Portrait of Charles M. Schulz in his army Uniform, c. 1945.© SFIPT, courtesy of the Charles M.Schulz Museum, Santa Rosa, CA “I think any sensible person with a grasp of history would have to admit that D-Day was the most important day of...

The Life and Art of Charles M. Schulz Exhibition

Bower Center for the Arts 305 N. Bridge Street, Bedford, VA, United States

https://youtu.be/A0ZszaFQcZY?si=LR0R6r8um5q9K_4S Legendary cartoonist Charles M. Schulz’s legacy is one of cultural influence through his beloved Peanuts comic strip and of humble service in World War II. His wartime experience left a lasting impression on him, so much so that he became the Capital Campaign Chair of the National D-Day Memorial Foundation from 1998 until his passing in 2000. Portrait of Charles M. Schulz in his army Uniform, c. 1945.© SFIPT, courtesy of the Charles M.Schulz Museum, Santa Rosa, CA “I think any sensible person with a grasp of history would have to admit that D-Day was the most important day of...

The Life and Art of Charles M. Schulz Exhibition

Bower Center for the Arts 305 N. Bridge Street, Bedford, VA, United States

https://youtu.be/A0ZszaFQcZY?si=LR0R6r8um5q9K_4S Legendary cartoonist Charles M. Schulz’s legacy is one of cultural influence through his beloved Peanuts comic strip and of humble service in World War II. His wartime experience left a lasting impression on him, so much so that he became the Capital Campaign Chair of the National D-Day Memorial Foundation from 1998 until his passing in 2000. Portrait of Charles M. Schulz in his army Uniform, c. 1945.© SFIPT, courtesy of the Charles M.Schulz Museum, Santa Rosa, CA “I think any sensible person with a grasp of history would have to admit that D-Day was the most important day of...

Event Series Blue Star Museums

Blue Star Museums

National D-Day Memorial 3 Overlord Circle, Bedford, VA, United States

The National D-Day Memorial joins museums nationwide in the Blue Star Museums initiative, a program that provides free admission to currently-serving U.S. military personnel and their families. The 2024 season runs Armed Forces Day, Saturday, May 16, 2026 to Labor Day, Monday, September 7, 2026. The Memorial is open daily, 10AM-5PM. The free admission program is available for those currently serving in the United States Military—Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, Navy, and Space Force, members of the Reserves, National Guard, U.S. Public Health Commissioned Corps, NOAA Commissioned Corps, and up to five family members. Qualified members will show...

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Bedford Remembers 250 Years of Independence Armed Forces Day Parade

Town of Bedford, VA

In observance of Armed Forces Day, a military parade through downtown Bedford will honor the U.S. Armed Forces’ 250 years of securing and protecting our freedoms. The parade will follow the Bedford Christmas Parade route: Start: Route Highlights: End/Disband: Westgate Shopping Center  For participation or other parade inquiries, contact Nick Soukhanov with American Legion Post 54 at bluefin.454@gmail.com.

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