U.S. Space Force Birthday
National D-Day Memorial 3 Overlord Circle, Bedford, VA, United StatesU.S. Space Force veterans receive complimentary admission to the Memorial. (Admission is always free for Active-duty service members.)
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Lunchbox Lecture: The Black Panthers with Gina M. DiNicolo
Fleda A. Ring Education Quonset Hut 3 Overlord Circle, Bedford, VAGina M. DiNicolo The first African American armored unit to see combat in WWII, the 761st Tank Battalion made history and contributed mightily to victory in WWII. Praised by no less than George Patton, the 761st is also known for its most famous soldier: future star and baseball pioneer Jackie Robinson. Gina DiNicolo, author of The Black Panthers: A Story of Race, War, and Courage, will separate fact from legend in this fascinating virtual talk. While this is a virtual event, guests are invited to watch live in the Memorial's Fleda A. Ring Education Quonset Hut. https://youtube.com/live/pcA7bfCHDNE?feature=share
Teaching About WWII – Free Educator Workshop
Virginia Holocaust Museum East Cary Street 2000, Richmond, VA, United States
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Lunchbox Lecture: The Girls Who Stepped Out of Line with Major General Mari K. Eder
Fleda A. Ring Education Quonset Hut 3 Overlord Circle, Bedford, VAMari K. Eder Major General Mari K. Eder will share stories of ordinary women who did extraordinary things during World War II as pilots, spies, scientists, and ground-breaking innovators. Their absorbing stories are told in her book The Girls Who Stepped Out of Line: Untold Stories of the Women Who Changed the Course of World War II. April Cheek-Messier, National D-Day Memorial Foundation President & CEO, will join Eder for this Women's History Month event. A book signing will follow this in-person lecture. Purchase book in our online store. https://youtube.com/live/9LW00ww2SA8?feature=share
Lunchbox Lecture: Invasion On! with Stephen M. Rusiecki
Fleda A. Ring Education Quonset Hut 3 Overlord Circle, Bedford, VAStephen Rusiecki Arguably no day since Pearl Harbor was as newsworthy as June 6, 1944—D-Day. Long anticipated by the American public, how the news of the invasion was covered by a cooperative news media shaped, says historian Stephen M. Rusiecki, how we still view the event 80 years later. Rusiecki will sign copies of his book, Invasion On: D-Day, the Press, and the Making of an American Narrative, following this in-person lecture. https://youtube.com/live/xAxXJLGkCC4?feature=share
Family Day
National D-Day Memorial 3 Overlord Circle, Bedford, VA, United StatesFamily Day is a joyous, family-friendly event exploring life at home and on the front lines during World War II - featuring children’s activities, living historians, musical performances, and special tours. Free admission. Food available for purchase. Free admission made possible by WoodmenLife.
Blue Star Museums
National D-Day Memorial 3 Overlord Circle, Bedford, VA, United StatesThe 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 17, 2025 to Labor Day, Monday, September 1, 2025. 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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Armed Forces Day – Pack the Convoy
National D-Day Memorial 3 Overlord Circle, Bedford, VA, United StatesIn recognition of Armed Forces Day, we invite you to help us PACK THE CONVOY with supplies for currently deployed service members. We’ll be packing our 1942 WC-53 Dodge Carryall with donated items to fill care packages. Shop with a printable shopping list. $2 off Memorial admission at the gate with item donation (cannot be combined with any other offer). Free admission for Active-duty service members and up to five family members.
National Maritime Day
National D-Day Memorial 3 Overlord Circle, Bedford, VA, United StatesU.S. Merchant Marine veterans receive complimentary admission to the Memorial. (Admission is always free for Active-duty service members.)
Stars and Stripes Forever Patriotic Concert
National D-Day Memorial 3 Overlord Circle, Bedford, VA, United StatesAn annual Memorial Day weekend tradition, this stirring concert will have guests on their feet celebrating freedom and honoring those who gave all to secure it. Featuring the Jefferson Choral Society and new for 2025 - jazz vocalist Tina Hashemi and her band will open the show. Get your tickets online now. Please bring your own chair. No food in plaza. No pets (service animals welcome). Jefferson Choral Society The Jefferson Choral Society (JCS) is the longest-performing and largest volunteer adult choir in Central Virginia, providing the greater Lynchburg area with a variety of performances including choral masterworks, as well...