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Memorial Day Weekend Grave Flag Decoration and Other Observance Events

Location

Cambridge Cemetery, 76 Coolidge Avenue.

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Contact

Veterans Services Office
veterans@cambridgema.gov
617-349-4760

Description

The City of Cambridge Department of Veterans Services (DVS) invites the public to attend three Memorial Day Weekend Observance Events:

Grave Decoration Day on May 23; Observance for maritime military members lost due to maritime battles on May 23; and the Memorial Day Observance event on May 25.

Additionally, in partnership with the MA250 campaign, an initiative that celebrates 250 years of America’s independence and Massachusetts’ revolutionary legacy, the City of Cambridge will participate in other events showcasing the stories that highlight historic themes of revolution and independence. Visit MA250 Website to learn more.

Grave Flag Decoration Day Saturday, May 23, at 10 a.m.
The Cambridge community is invited to join Cambridge Little League and Scout members in the decoration of veterans’ graves with flags on Saturday, May 24, at 10 a.m., at Cambridge Cemetery, 76 Coolidge Avenue.

Observance for Maritime Military Members Saturday, May 23, at 12:30 p.m.
Join us on Saturday, May 23, at 12:15 p.m., at the American Legion Marsh Post 442, 5 Greenough Blvd, Cambridge, to commemorate military members lost due to Maritime battles/ disasters. We will release flowers, have a moment of silence, and reflect while listening to a recording of the Navy Academy Choir.

 For more information, please contact Cambridge DVS at 617-349-4760 or veterans@cambridgema.gov.

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