Memorial Day Flag Retirement - Chalmette National Cemetery
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Special Event
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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. 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
Latitude and Longitude 29.944188, -89.986541
Schedule
Date:
May 26, 2026
Time:
9:00 AM
Duration:
7 hours and 15 minutes
Flag retirement is an all-day activity that usually takes several days.
Contact Information
Jenna Rockett
Contact Us
Event Type
- Volunteer Event
Tags:
chalmette national cemetery, memorial day, america 250, freedom 250