Important Visitor Information

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

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

Southern Expansion: News and Updates

As Arlington National Cemetery engages in this important project, we will continue to update the public on its progress. Updates will also be posted on our social media platforms @arlingtonnatl. 

•  UPDATE: Air Force Memorial Closure (July 23, 2025)

•  Important Update: Air Force Memorial Closure Due to Southern Expansion (June 4, 2025)

•  New Traffic Changes to Columbia Pike (Sept. 4, 2024)

Latest Road Closure Updates (May 18, 2023)

•  Traffic Pattern Changes Around Arlington National Cemetery (Apr. 12, 2023)

•  Portion of Columbia Pike to Be Closed Beginning January 23, 2023 (Jan. 12, 2023)

•  Southern Expansion and Defense Access Road Project Groundbreaking (Sep. 14, 2021) 

•   Arlington National Cemetery to Participate in Federal Highway Administration ANC Defense Access Roads Public Hearing and Information Session (Jan. 28, 2020)

•  Arlington National Cemetery Moves Forward with Cemetery Expansion Plans (Aug. 17, 2018) 

•  Southern Expansion Project Public Scoping Meeting (Apr. 28, 2016)