U.S. Air Force Memorial Temporary Closure

Beginning on or about Nov. 2, 2026, the U.S. Air Force Memorial and surrounding area will temporarily close to all visitors to support ongoing utilities and construction work associated with Arlington National Cemetery’s Southern Expansion project.

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Wreaths Across America Cleanup, Saturday, Jan. 25, 2014

1/8/2014
The Wreaths Across America Cleanup will be held Saturday, Jan. 25, 2014, rain, snow or shine. The cemetery will open at 8 a.m. and volunteers are asked to attend a briefing at 8:30 a.m. at the McClellan Gate before they begin collecting wreaths. Volunteers are encouraged to wear gloves, comfortable walking shoes and weather appropriate clothing and bring a device to use for collecting multiple wreaths like a broom handle or rake.
Due to limited parking, all volunteers and participants for the wreaths clean-up are highly encouraged to use the Metrorail.
Family members with permanent passes will be allowed to enter the cemetery. No temporary passes will be issued until 1 p.m.