Memorial Day is a national holiday, observed on the last Monday of May, honoring the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military. Originally known as Decoration Day, it originated in the years following the Civil War and became an official federal holiday in 1971. Here are the Memorial Day events held locally to honor those military men and women who died while serving our country.
ACWORTH MEMORIAL DAY CEREMONY
Saturday, May 25, 10 am
Veterans Memorial at Patriots Point in Cauble Park
4425 Beach Street, Acworth
770-917-1234
Ceremony to honor those that gave the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country with music, speakers and the recognizing of new bricks to be placed at the memorial.
MARIETTA NATIONAL CEMETERY
FLAG PLACEMENT
Saturday, May 25, 8 am
Marietta National Cemetery
500 Washington Avenue NE, Marietta
866-236-8159
Assist in placing flags at each grave stone ahead of the Memorial Day Ceremony
MARIETTA NATIONAL CEMETERY
MEMORIAL DAY CEREMONY
Monday, May 27, 12 pm
Marietta National Cemetery
500 Washington Avenue NE, Marietta
866-236-8159
Honoring both past and present veterans with patriotic music, posting of the colors, prayers, a gun salute and inspiring speakers. American Flags are placed on every grave.
ROSWELL REMEMBERS
Monday, May 27, 11 am
Roswell City Hall
38 Hill Street, Roswell
www.roswellmemorialday.com The Largest Memorial Day Ceremony in Georgia. Featuring a variety of guest speakers, ceremonies and presentations. It takes place on the grounds of Roswell City Hall at the Faces of War Memorial.
SMYRNA MEMORIAL DAY CEREMONY
Monday, May 27, 9:30 am
20th Century Veterans Memorial
2800 King Street, Smyrna.
770-434-6600
This ceremony honors and appreciates the strength and sacrifice of our veterans.
WOODSTOCK MEMORIAL DAY CEREMONY
Monday, May 27, 10 am
The Park at City Center
101 Arnold Mill Road, Woodstock
770-592-6000 x1952
The City of Woodstock honors those who fought and died to keep us free.
