U.S. Air Force Memorial Temporary Closure

Beginning on or about Nov. 2, 2026, the U.S. Air Force Memorial and surrounding area will temporarily close to all visitors to support ongoing utilities and construction work associated with Arlington National Cemetery’s Southern Expansion project.

Published on: Monday, October 26, 2026 read more ...

Air Force Memorial Reopening to Public: Aug. 25

8/20/2025

The United States Air Force Memorial will reopen to the public on Monday, Aug. 25, 2025. 

We kindly remind all pedestrians not to enter or cross the construction site in or around the Air Force Memorial.

We appreciate your patience and understanding as we continue the DAR/Southern Expansion Project, a complex and large-scale initiative that may require adjustments to construction plans as needed.


►  More information and updates can be found in the Southern Expansion section of our website. 

►  Questions? Please contact us at usarmy.anc.southernexpansion@army.mil.