St. Louis County to Host The Wall That Heals

At Jefferson Barracks Park July 24-27

Saint Louis County is just two weeks away from hosting The Wall That Heals, a three-quarter scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C., and its accompanying Mobile Education Center, at Jefferson Barracks Park from July 24-27. The Wall That Heals will be open 24 hours a day and is free to visit. This powerful tribute honors the more than 3 million Americans who served in the Vietnam War and memorializes the 58,281 names of those who made the ultimate sacrifice.

Due to the scope of the event, we want everyone is award of the full

schedule of activities beginning July 22. Activities include a motorcycle escort,

assembling of the wall, multiple ceremonies, and guided group tours. Media

outlets are invited to reach out in advance for clarification on event timing, press

access, and interview opportunities.

“We are honored to host The Wall That Heals at Jefferson Barracks Historic Site, a

place rich in history and a cornerstone of our community” said Saint Louis County

Executive Sam Page. “As we celebrate the 75th anniversary of our Parks and

Recreation Department, this is a meaningful moment of remembrance, reflection,

and education for our community.”

“The Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund is pleased to bring The Wall That Heals

mobile exhibit to Saint Louis County, Missouri, to allow local veterans and their

family members a chance to experience The Wall,” said Jim Knotts, president and

CEO of VVMF.

Timeline of Events

TUESDAY, JULY 22 – Arrival and Escort

• Noon: Motorcycle escort assembles at Greensfelder Recreation Complex, Queeny Park
• 1 PM: Procession departs, travels via I-270 to Telegraph Road
• 1:45 PM: Arrival at Jefferson Barracks; greeted by County Parks staff and Scouts
• Mobile Education Center opens for motorcyclists
• Around 4 PM: Wall truck moved to final location; apex assembly begins

WEDNESDAY, JULY 23 – Wall Assembly & Orientation

• 8 AM: Ameren Military-Veteran Employees (AMVE) volunteers begin wall assembly
• 6 PM: Volunteer Orientation
• Sunset: First Taps at Sunset

THURSDAY, JULY 24 – Opening Ceremony & Public Opening

• 10 AM: Opening Ceremony
• Speakers include County Executive Sam Page, Councilman Michael Archer, Ameren

CEO Marty Lyons, and more.

• Presentation of Colors from the Kaufman Fund “Ruckers” and live music from the

USAF Band of Mid-America

• 11 AM: Ceremony concludes; The Wall That Heals officially opens to the public
• Sunset: Taps at Sunset

FRIDAY, JULY 25 – PTSD Awareness Day

• All Day: Guided and group tours available
• 8:30 PM: PTSD Candlelight Ceremony
• Wall lit in blue for mental health awareness
• St. Louis County Police bagpipers perform Amazing Grace and Taps

SATURDAY, JULY 26 – Quiet Day of Reflection

• No scheduled programs, but The Wall remains open 24 hours
• Sunset: Taps at Sunset

SUNDAY, JULY 27 – Closing Ceremony

• 2 PM: Closing Ceremony begins
• Final performance of Taps
• 2:30 PM: Disassembly begins

About The Wall That Heals

The traveling exhibit is a program of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund (VVMF) and is the only mobile replica affiliated with the original Wall in D.C. Since 1996, it has visited nearly 800 communities. The exhibit includes a 375-foot-long replica Wall and a Mobile Education Center, which provides digital and physical exhibits honoring local service members and offering historical context of th

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