Air Force Memorial Closed, March 23–April 24

The Air Force Memorial will be closed to all visitors from March 23 to April 24 for cleaning and inspection of the spires. 

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Arlington National Cemetery to participate in ‘Moment of Silence’ during Veterans Day activities

11/7/2017

Veterans Day 2008Arlington National Cemetery will be observing a two-minute national moment of silence at 2:11 p.m., Eastern Standard Time, on Veterans Day, which is Saturday, Nov. 11, 2017.

The moment of silence is designed to bring together Americans of all religious, political and ideological affiliations as a powerful symbol of our unity and common purpose, and provide an opportunity to reflect on veterans who have touched our lives.

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