July 4: Air Force Memorial and Road Closures

On July 4, the Air Force Memorial will be closed, and numerous road closures around ANC will impact visitors and family passholders arriving by vehicle. We recommend using Metro. 

Published on: Wednesday, July 2, 2025 read more ...
Important Visitor Information

In accordance with current DoD guidance, ANC has implemented increased security measures. 

Published on: Wednesday, June 18, 2025 read more ...

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Arlington National Cemetery Honors National Siblings Day

Arlington National Cemetery is not only home to brothers and sisters-in-arms, but brothers and sisters, literally. For National Siblings Day, learn about some of the brothers who served together and are forever honored at ANC.

A Brief History of Gold Star Mothers and Family’s Day

The origin of what would become Gold Star Mother’s and Family’s Day started with a simple accessory: a black armband with a gilt star.