ANC Remaining Open

In the event of a government shutdown, ANC will remain open for funerals and visitors. Please note that Arlington House is run by the National Park Service and will be closed.

Published on: Friday, September 29, 2023

Southern Expansion: ANC News Releases

As Arlington National Cemetery engages in this important project, we will be updating the public on its progress. Below are official news releases, in chronological order. 

Latest Road Closure Updates (May 18, 2023)

•  Traffic Pattern Changes Around Arlington National Cemetery (Apr. 12, 2023)

•  Portion of Columbia Pike to Be Closed Beginning January 23, 2023 (Jan. 12, 2023)

•  Southern Expansion and Defense Access Road Project Groundbreaking (Sep. 14, 2021)

•  Arlington National Cemetery to Participate in Federal Highway Administration ANC Defense Access Roads Public Hearing and Information Session (Jan. 28, 2020)

•  Arlington National Cemetery Moves Forward with Cemetery Expansion Plans (Aug. 17, 2018) 

•  Southern Expansion Project Public Scoping Meeting (Apr. 28, 2016)