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Planned metrorail work to affect Arlington Cemetery

August 08, 2018

From Aug. 11-26, Metro will address the tightest curve in the entire Metrorail system between McPherson Square and Smithsonian Stations. Working around the clock, crews will rebuild the track infrastructure, including installation of new rail, new fasteners, and repairs to the concrete pads that support the rails.


Arlington National Cemetery shares survey results

July 19, 2018

Thank you for being part of our national dialogue.


Traffic alert: Road closures for the July 4th holiday

June 29, 2018

The Arlington County Police Department, Virginia State Police, United States Park Police, and the Virginia Department of Transportation will close multiple roadways on Wednesday, July 4th, 2018. These closures are designed to facilitate the safe passage of large crowds for the Independence Day events and fireworks.


Arlington National Cemetery Reaches Level III Arboretum Status

June 19, 2018

Contributions to the arboretum community, tree science and urban forestry lead to prestigious accreditation


Traffic advisory: Visitors should expect traffic delays Sunday, June 10

June 08, 2018

On Sunday, June 10, 2018 from 5-11 a.m., the ramps from Memorial Avenue and the G.W. Memorial Parkway to Route 110 and southbound Route 27 are scheduled to be closed for the 2018 Armed Forces Cycling Classic. The race course is below.


Plan your visit to Arlington over Memorial Day weekend

May 16, 2018

Memorial Day is a day to honor our nation's heroes in solemn remembrance. It is a sacred day for us to reflect on the sacrifice of our fallen service members.


National Memorial Day Observance scheduled for May 28

May 16, 2018

U.S. Army Military District of Washington News Release


Eligibility Survey Launched on Future of Cemetery

April 04, 2018
Cemetery leadership encourages the public and stakeholders to be part of eligibility discussion

Hours of operation change April 1; Changing of the Guard takes place every 30 minutes

April 01, 2018

Effective April 1, Arlington National Cemetery's hours of operation change to remain open two hours later each day. The cemetery is now open from 8 a.m.-7 p.m. The parking garage closes an hour later at 8 p.m.


Easter Sunrise Service scheduled for April 1

March 16, 2018

The annual Easter Sunrise Service, hosted by Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall, at Arlington National Cemetery's Memorial Amphitheater is scheduled to take place April 1, at 6:30 a.m.