Memorial Day and Father's Day
Remembering and Honoring Our Heroes

This Memorial Day, help support VVMF’s work, and honor those who sacrificed so much for our country.

Make a gift to our Memorial Day campaign

Sponsor a rose to be placed at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial site on Father’s Day, June 18th

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THE WALL THAT HEALS

On Veterans Day 1996, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund (VVMF) unveiled a replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C., designed to travel to communities throughout the United States.  The Wall That Heals exhibit features a three-quarter scale replica of The Wall and a mobile Education Center.  Since its dedication, The Wall That Heals has been displayed at nearly 700 communities throughout the nation, spreading the Memorial’s healing legacy to millions.

2023 TOUR SCHEDULE

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Honor your Vietnam Veteran's Sacrifice
In Memory Program

 

Since the Vietnam War ended, thousands of Vietnam veterans have died each year due to Agent Orange exposure, PTSD/suicide, cancer and other causes related to their service. The In Memory program honors those who returned home from Vietnam and later died.

In Memory Day Ceremony Video

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Registry of Vietnam and Vietnam Era Veterans
The Registry

If you served during the Vietnam Era, make your Registry profile today and start connecting with other veterans! 

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UPCOMING EVENTS

Each year, VVMF holds several ceremonies and special events at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial and across the country with The Wall That Heals to help carry out its mission to honor, preserve and educate.

May 26-29, 2023

The Wall That Heals – Mendota Heights, MN

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St. Thomas Academy
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May 29, 2023

Memorial Day Observance at The Wall

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Vietnam Veterans Memorial
FULL DETAILS
May 29, 2023

Taps Across DC

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Washington, D.C. Memorials
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June 1-4, 2023

The Wall That Heals – Crivitz, WI

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Crivitz – Stephenson Area Museum
FULL DETAILS
June 8-11, 2023

The Wall That Heals – Springfield, MO

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Wesley United Methodist Church
FULL DETAILS
June 17, 2023

In Memory Ceremony

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East Knoll – Vietnam Veterans Memorial
FULL DETAILS
June 18, 2023

Father’s Day Rose Remembrance

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Vietnam Veterans Memorial
FULL DETAILS
June 27, 2023

PTSD Awareness Day

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Vietnam Veterans Memorial
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August 10, 2023

Agent Orange Awareness

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Vietnam Veterans Memorial
FULL DETAILS
November 11, 2023

Veteran’s Day

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Vietnam Veterans Memorial
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CONNECT

CONNECTING VETERANS AND SHARING YOUR STORIES

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THE MEMORIAL
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ABOUT THE WALL

Learn about the history, the symbolism, and the power of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. Narrated by National Park Service and Vietnam Veterans Memorial Volunteer Allen McCabe.

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Memorial Care

While The Wall sits on federal land managed by the National Park Service, VVMF has a partnership with NPS in which VVMF covers the majority of the expenses in caring for the site. Learn about the services we provide.

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In Memory

Since the Vietnam War ended, thousands of Vietnam veterans have died each year due to Agent Orange exposure, PTSD/suicide, cancer and other causes related to their service. The In Memory program honors those who returned home from Vietnam and later died.

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Our Mission
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Keep the Promise

Nearly three million Americans served in Vietnam and more than 58,000 have their names inscribed on The Wall. Join actor and humanitarian Gary Sinise in ensuring their legacies are never forgotten.

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Why We Remember

Actress Ann-Margret went to Vietnam to entertain the troops in 1966 and 1968. Looking back on her important and meaningful efforts, she reminds us all why we should remember the Vietnam era and those who served.

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We Will Never Forget

Behind each name on the Vietnam Veterans Memorial is a life cut short and a family changed forever. Filmmaker Ken Burns is asking you to keep the promise The Wall was built on – never forget.

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NEWS

Recent news from the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund and about the Vietnam Veterans Memorial

“YOUR STORIES. YOUR WALL” BLOG

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