Memorial Day Flag Placement - Chalmette National Cemetery
Special Event
Registration to participate is required. Volunteers must sign up on volunteer.gov.
Over 15,300 troops who served in conflicts ranging from the War of 1812 to the Vietnam War are buried at Chalmette National Cemetery. Volunteers are needed to place flags at every headstone in the cemetery on Friday, May 22nd, beginning at 9 a.m.. On Tuesday, May 26th, volunteers are needed to remove the flags and respectfully retire and package them for storage.
Fees
This event is free to attend.
Location
Meet at the Superintendent's lodge
Latitude and Longitude 29.944197, -89.986551
Schedule
Date:
May 22, 2026
Time:
9:00 AM
Duration:
3 hours
Flag placing begins at 9 a.m.
Contact Information
Jenna Rockett
Contact Us
Event Type
- Volunteer Event
Tags:
chalmette battlefield, chalmette national cemetery, america 250, freedom 250, memorial day, national cemetery, veterans