Storm Damage

As a result of severe weather on Thursday, June 19, Arlington National Cemetery suffered storm damage. Throughout the week, cemetery crews will be conducting work to clean up this damage. Click "read more" for details. 

Published on: Friday, June 20, 2025 read more ...
Important Visitor Information

In accordance with current DoD guidance, ANC has implemented increased security measures to ensure the safety and reverence of this sacred space. Please click "read more" for details. 

Published on: Wednesday, June 18, 2025 read more ...
Fall

Fall Highlight: Early Fall Colors

October 12, 2022

Here at Arlington National Cemetery, we are starting to get a glimpse of the early fall colors.


Fall Highlight: Persian Ironwood Tree

November 01, 2019

Step inside Columbarium Court 3, and the burgundy colors of Persian ironwood (Parrotia persica) trees immediately warm the cool crisp air. Their wavy-edged leaves, lustrous green in the summer, have finally exposed their beautiful autumn colors. 


Fall Highlight: Fall Foliage!

November 16, 2017

Everyone associates fall with brilliant, multi-colored leaves on the trees — but how do they get that way? 


Fall Highlight: Ginkgo Biloba

September 23, 2014

The Ginkgo biloba, or maidenhair tree, is often called a "living fossil." It is ancient, resilient and beautiful — and sometimes incredibly smelly.