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Arlington National Cemetery Medal of Honor Walking Tour is available for download

March 22, 2013
In recognition of National Medal of Honor Day on Monday, March 25th, Arlington National Cemetery has developed a walking tour of Arlington National Cemetery focusing on Medal of Honor recipients buried at Arlington that is available for download.

Arlington National Cemetery employees exempt from furloughs

March 13, 2013
Arlington National Cemetery employees exempt from furloughs, not sequestration-related budget cuts

Arlington National Cemetery employees exempt from furloughs, not sequestration-related budget cuts

March 13, 2013
The Executive Director of the Army National Military Cemeteries announced in a hearing today that most of Arlington National Cemetery civilian employees will be exempt from defense-related furloughs for Fiscal Year 2013.
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Memorial Bridge closed Sat., March 16 for Rock N Roll Marathon

March 12, 2013
Memorial Bridge will be closed for the Rock 'n' Roll Marathon The 2013 Rock N Roll USA Marathon and Half Marathon are scheduled to be held on Saturday, March 16, 2013. In order to facilitate this event there will be no vehicular traffic allowed along the routes of the races. However, there will be bump routes to allow vehicles to cross when runners are not present. The races are scheduled to begin at approximately 7:25 am; however some street closures will begin as early as 12:00 am. All streets affected by this event are expected to be reopened at approximately 2:00 pm, depending on prevailing conditions. Motorists should expect delays during the races. Individuals who have issues to be resolved or questions regarding traffic access during the races should call (202) 727-9099.

Revised Environmental Assessment for Millennium expansion project is available for public comment - Deadline is April 12

March 12, 2013
http://www.nao.usace.army.mil/Media/PublicNotices/tabid/3060/Article/11394/millennium-project-revised-environmental-assessment.aspx

Deadline to register for Millennium expansion project open house and site visit is Wed., March 13

March 07, 2013
The deadline to register for the Arlington National Cemetery open house and site visit is Wed., March 13, 2013. Call (703) 614-0062 for reservations, or e-mail: ArlingtonCemetery.pao@mail.mil.

Arlington National Cemetery's inclement weather plan for March 6, 2013

March 05, 2013
Arlington National Cemetery is preparing for inclement weather, forecasted for March 6, 2013. The cemetery is planning to conduct funeral services scheduled for that day. Should accumulation of snow/ice impact the ability to safely conduct funeral services at Arlington National Cemetery, the next-of-kin or funeral home will be contacted immediately to determine whether the service should be postponed or modified. If the weather impacts a next-of-kin’s ability to attend the service, Arlington will give that service a priority for rescheduling. Please note that based upon weather, honor guards may reduce or modify the honors available.

Arlington National Cemetery to share design for Millennium expansion project

March 01, 2013
ARLINGTON, Va. – The Millennium Project at Arlington National Cemetery started in the late 1990s when Congress realized that Arlington National Cemetery was near capacity. Expansion areas were limited, but through law, Congress directed a land transfer from Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall and the National Park Service; paired with existing Arlington property, the Millennium Project was born.

Arlington National Cemetery to share design for Millennium expansion project

March 01, 2013
ARLINGTON, Va. – The Millennium Project at Arlington National Cemetery started in the late 1990s when Congress realized that Arlington National Cemetery was near capacity. Expansion areas were limited, but through law, Congress directed a land transfer from Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall and the National Park Service; paired with existing Arlington property, the Millennium Project was born.
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Open House and Site Visit for Millennium expansion project Saturday, March 16, 2013, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

February 28, 2013
Open House and Site Visit Millennium Project at Arlington National Cemetery Saturday, March 16, 2013, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.