Memorial Day Ceremony at Evergreen Cemetery, Brainerd, MN
Military Remembrance Events
Memorial Day is one of the two official United States holidays recognizing the commitment of members of America’s military services; Memorial Day honors those who lost their lives while defending their country.
The holiday is observed on the last Monday of May, as weather is turning warm and most schools and universities are adjourning for the summer, establishing Memorial Day weekend as the unofficial beginning of summer. However, many Americans also visit cemeteries, where volunteers often place American flags on graves. On Memorial Day itself, a national moment of silence takes place at 3 p.m. local time to remember the war dead.
How did Memorial Day really start?
On May 5, 1868, General John A. Logan issued a proclamation calling for “Decoration Day” to be observed annually and nationwide. The first national celebration of Memorial Day (originally Decoration Day) took place on May 30, 1868, at Arlington National Cemetery.
Memorial Day Services in Brainerd, MN:
- Memorial Day Ceremonies Schedule of Events (Approximately 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. on Monday, May 27)
- Memorial Day Picnic for Veterans and Families (11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. on Monday, May 27)
- Taps Across America (3:00 p.m., Monday, May 27, at the All-Veterans Memorial which is located at 4th and Laurel St.)
- Taps Across America (3:00 p.m., Monday, May 27, at Fleet Farm in Baxter, MN)
Thank you to all-volunteer committee who organizes the Memorial Day Ceremonies in Brainerd, MN.
