Roxborough Memorial Day Ceremonies
May 27, 2013 10 am & 1 pm
Observances are confirmed for Wissahickon Memorial at 10 a.m.; Leverington Cemetery at noon and Gorgas Park at 1 p.m.
Bridesburg Memorial Day Parade
May 27, 2013 10 am
Starts at Richmond & Juniata Streets. No further details.
Memorial Day Parade & Service
May 26, 2013, 12 pm
Laurel Hill Cemetery – 3822 Ridge Ave, Philadelphia
The traditional Decoration Day service of the Grand Army Meade Post #1 will be recreated at historic Laurel Hill Cemetery, the site of the first Memorial Day Observance in Philadelphia in 1868. A wreath-laying, speeches and honor guards will enhance the ceremony.
Beer and full refreshments will be served after the service, and tours of Laurel Hill will be available!
National Constitution Center Memorial Day Events
May 25-27, 2013
Originally known as Decoration Day, an occasion to honor soldiers who gave their lives during the American Civil War, the Memorial Day civic holiday now honors all members of the military who have given their lives in defense of the Constitution and its legacy of freedom. During Memorial Day weekend, the National Constitution Center will pay tribute to those brave men and women by exploring how Americans today honor our military heroes.
The National Constitution Center will have extended hours on Sunday, May 26, 2013. The Center will be open from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. that day.
Memorial Day Daily Programs
Memorials: How a Nation Remembers Show
10 a.m., 12 p.m., 2 p.m.
Main Exhibition
This special program illuminates the history of our nation’s famous memorials and how they contribute to popular memory.
Liberty Tree Show
10:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m.
Main Exhibition
Memorial Day Weekend marks the “birthday” of the National Constitution Center’s very own living memorial, the Liberty Tree. Visitors can learn about the history of Liberty Trees in America and the story of how Pennsylvania’s Liberty Tree came to live on the Center’s lawn.
Flag Etiquette Workshop
11 a.m. and 1 p.m.
Main Lobby
Explore the history and meaning behind America’s national symbol and learn about the ways to handle the flag with reverence and respect.
Flag Ceremonies
9:15 a.m. and 4:45 p.m.
Front Lawn
The American flag will be raised every morning and lowered every evening on the Center’s front lawn. Visitors will have the opportunity to participate as they learn the proper protocol for this poignant ceremony.
Giant Flag Folding Activity
1:30 p.m.
Front Lawn
After learning the ins and outs of flag etiquette, you can put your new knowledge to the test as you help fold the National Constitution Center’s giant American flag!
Patriotic Karaoke Station
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Grand Hall Lobby
Visitors will have an opportunity to sing their favorite songs about America.
Make and Take Craft Activities
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Grand Hall Lobby
Visitors can create patriotic crafts including poppy pins—the symbol of Memorial Day—as well as star wreaths and crepe paper American flags.
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