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Wreaths Across America 2018 scheduled for Dec. 15

September 28, 2018

Wreaths Across America will be held Saturday, Dec. 15, 2018. Wreaths will be laid by volunteers at more than 1,400 locations across the country including Arlington National Cemetery. More information will be posted once known.


Arlington National Cemetery opens 27-acre expansion Millennium site

September 07, 2018

Two Civil War Unknown Soldiers are laid to rest, marking the first ground burials in the area


Normal operations resume after bomb threat

August 22, 2018

Arlington National Cemetery and Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall emergency services have cleared all areas of the cemetery. As of 3 p.m., normal operations have resumed and the cemetery is open to the general public.


Arlington National Cemetery moves forward with cemetery expansion plans

August 17, 2018

ARLINGTON, Virginia -- Arlington National Cemetery announces its public release of the draft environmental assessment in support of the cemetery’s southern expansion and associated roadway realignment projects. ANC invites the public to attend an information meeting to ensure its public partners remain fully included in the process.


Planned metrorail work to affect Arlington Cemetery

August 08, 2018

From Aug. 11-26, Metro will address the tightest curve in the entire Metrorail system between McPherson Square and Smithsonian Stations. Working around the clock, crews will rebuild the track infrastructure, including installation of new rail, new fasteners, and repairs to the concrete pads that support the rails.


Arlington National Cemetery shares survey results

July 19, 2018

Thank you for being part of our national dialogue.


Traffic alert: Road closures for the July 4th holiday

June 29, 2018

The Arlington County Police Department, Virginia State Police, United States Park Police, and the Virginia Department of Transportation will close multiple roadways on Wednesday, July 4th, 2018. These closures are designed to facilitate the safe passage of large crowds for the Independence Day events and fireworks.


Arlington National Cemetery Reaches Level III Arboretum Status

June 19, 2018

Contributions to the arboretum community, tree science and urban forestry lead to prestigious accreditation


Traffic advisory: Visitors should expect traffic delays Sunday, June 10

June 08, 2018

On Sunday, June 10, 2018 from 5-11 a.m., the ramps from Memorial Avenue and the G.W. Memorial Parkway to Route 110 and southbound Route 27 are scheduled to be closed for the 2018 Armed Forces Cycling Classic. The race course is below.


Plan your visit to Arlington over Memorial Day weekend

May 16, 2018

Memorial Day is a day to honor our nation's heroes in solemn remembrance. It is a sacred day for us to reflect on the sacrifice of our fallen service members.