National Veterans Day Observance at Arlington National Cemetery

The annual National Veterans Day Observance, honoring the men and women who have served and continue to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces during war and peacetime, will take place on Tuesday, Nov. 11 at 11 a.m. in the Memorial Amphitheater at Arlington National Cemetery. More info coming soon! 

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Women in the Korean War

March 07, 2012
This Women’s History Month, join the Department of Defense 60th Anniversary of the Korean War Commemoration Committee as we celebrate the service and sacrifices of female Korean War Veterans. Sixty years after the start of the Korean War, also called the ‘Forgotten Victory,’ we look back at the challenges that faced women who chose to serve their country during this time.

Eisenhower Drive Road Closures Starting March 9, 2012

February 29, 2012
Arlington County utility work will cause Eisenhower Drive road closures starting March 9, 2012 at 6:00 p.m. through the end of June. Eisenhower Drive south of Porter/Bradley will close at 6pm on March 9th through May 10, 2012. Eisenhower north of Porter/Bradley will close May 11th and reopen by June 30, 2012. Vehicles will be able to cross Eisenhower Drive road from Bradley Drive to Porter Drive. Detour signs will be posted. We apologize for any potential inconvenience.

Shuttle Service to Begin in Arlington Cemetery February 20

February 17, 2012
Shuttle Service to Begin in Arlington Cemetery February 20

Army National Cemeteries Program Campaign Plan 2012

February 15, 2012
The campaign plan is the detailed roadmap that will help the Army National Cemeteries Program (ANCP) achieve its vision and priorities in the short and long term(2012-2025 and beyond).It includes objectives and goals for all directorates at ANC and the Soldiers' and Airmen's Home National Cemetery, with measurable standards (metrics) and quarterly milestones that will ensure the ANCP remains on track to achieve its vision.

Special Guided Van Tour of Arlington National Cemetery focusing on African-American Civil War History, Feb. 22 & 29

February 13, 2012
The National Park Service is conducting a special guided van tour of Arlington National Cemetery focusing on African-American Civil War history on Feb. 22 and Feb. 29th, from 10 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The tour is free-of-charge, but reservations are required. Space is limited, call (703) 235-1530 for reservations.

Focus continues on accountability, state-of-the-art technology, and fiscal stewardship at Arlington National Cemetery

February 03, 2012
ARLINGTON, Va. – The Executive Director of the Army National Cemeteries Program testified today before the House Armed Services Joint Military Personnel and the Oversight and Investigations Subcommittees, along with the Department of the Army Inspector General, and the Government Accountability Office Director of Defense Capabilities and Management and Director of Acquisition and Sourcing Management regarding the progress that has been made at Arlington National Cemetery, as well as findings from requirements of Public Law 111-339.

Focus continues on accountability, state-of-the-art technology, and fiscal stewardship at Arlington National Cemetery

February 03, 2012
ARLINGTON, Va. – The Executive Director of the Army National Cemeteries Program testified today before the House Armed Services Joint Military Personnel and the Oversight and Investigations Subcommittees, along with the Department of the Army Inspector General, and the Government Accountability Office Director of Defense Capabilities and Management and Director of Acquisition and Sourcing Management regarding the progress that has been made at Arlington National Cemetery, as well as findings from requirements of Public Law 111-339.
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Arlington's new sidewalks assist visitors, environment

February 01, 2012
Arlington National Cemetery's installation of a new state-of-the-art sidewalk along Eisenhower Drive not only increases safety to visitors, but is also a better choice for the environment.

Arlington Cemetery Metro station closed Feb. 3-5

January 30, 2012
Arlington Cemetery Metro station closed Feb. 3-5 The Arlington Cemetery and Rosslyn Metro stations will be closed this weekend, Feb. 3-5 for track work. Free shuttle bus service will be provided between Court House, Rosslyn and Foggy Bottom, and between Pentagon, Arlington Cemetery, Rosslyn and Foggy Bottom. The work will begin at 10 p.m. Friday and continue through system closing on Sunday. More information is available at: http://www.wmata.com/about_metro/news/PressReleaseDetail.cfm?ReleaseID=5146

Arlington National Cemetery recovered nearly $27M

January 26, 2012
Recent media reports erroneously stated that Arlington Cemetery is missing $12 million. Arlington has in fact fully accounted for these funds.