Memorial Day Commemoration 2025
May 26, 2025
Join the National Museum of the Pacific War as we remember those who gave their lives for the freedoms we enjoy today. The ceremony includes a guest speaker, a wreath-laying ceremony, and more.
Program Itinerary:
9:30 am: Patio doors open
9:30-9:55 am: Seating accompanied by live choral music by the Fredericksburg United Methodist Church Choir
10:00 am: Ceremony begins
National Anthem by the Fredericksburg United Methodist Church Choir
Pledge of Allegiance by NJROTC
Invocation by Craig Barrack, Retired Youth Pastor
Welcome Address from David Shields, Museum Director
Musical Selection from the Fredericksburg United Methodist Church Choir
Keynote address by Brigadier General John K. Jarrard
Recognition of Memorial Wall Endowment Wreaths
Gillespie County Veterans Wreath Presentation by NJROTC
Taps by Bill Smallwood
In case of inclement weather, the program will be moved from the Memorial Courtyard to the ballroom of the Historic Nimitz Hotel. This program is free to the public, but seating is limited. When seats are filled standing room is available.