World War I Memorial - A Soldier's Journey: First Illumination
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Special Event
Registration required for live stream.
Join us on Friday, September 13, 2024, at 7:15 p.m. ET for the First Illumination of "A Soldier's Journey," the centerpiece bronze sculpture of the National World War I Memorial, Pennsylvania Avenue NW.
On September 13, 2024, at 7:15 p.m. ET, The World War I Centennial Commission and The Doughboy Foundation will unveil “A Soldier's Journey,” a 58.5-foot long bronze sculptural wall, years in the making, the centerpiece of the National World War I Memorial on Pennsylvania Avenue, NW. This historic event will mark the completion of the last war memorial of the 20th century in our nation's capital.
The live-streamed ceremony is open to the public with a special public viewing area featuring a large screen at the adjacent Freedom Plaza, 1325 Pennsylvania Ave., NW. To witness this historic event in person or via livestream, please register here: https://worldwar1centennial.swoogo.com/firstillumination/5468356
Registration is requested for this free event.
Fees
This event is free to attend.
Location
World War I Memorial, Pennsylvania Avenue NW.
Schedule
Date:
Sep 13, 2024
Time:
7:15 PM
Duration:
2 hours and 45 minutes
Event Type
- Partner Program