Young kids holding American flags next to a headstone.

Memorial Day Weekend Ceremony

Andersonville National Historic Site

  • May 23, 2026 at 9:30 AM
  • Free
Memorial Day is one of the most important annual commemorations at the park, when we remember and honor those who died in service to our country. Each year, the park conducts activities to commemorate the Memorial Day Holiday.
 
Prior to the holiday, the Avenue of Flags is raised in the National Cemetery by Park Staff and volunteers. Throughout the weekend, we ask that you honor our veterans by visiting the National Cemetery.
 
5/15 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM - Avenue of Flags: flag raising along National Cemetery Road.
5/23 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM - Memorial Day Ceremony and Flag Placement.
5/25 3:00 PM - Taps Across America in Andersonville National Cemetery
 
Please contact us at (229) 924-0343 or ande_information@nps.gov for any questions regarding Memorial Day weekend events or visit our website.

More information

Fees

This event is free to attend.

Location

Latitude and Longitude 32.203487, -84.130275

Schedule

Date:

May 23, 2026

Time:

9:30 AM

Duration:

2 hours and 30 minutes

The ceremony will begin at 9:30 AM, so please plan to arrive early for parking.

Contact Information

Andersonville National Historic Site
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Event Type

  • Other
  • Volunteer Event
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