The Veterans Memorial Park was built as an outdoor gathering place for veterans, military members, families, and community members to celebrate, recognize, remember, and honor the lives of those who are serving or have served in the United States Military.
The Veterans Memorial Park was officially dedicated on Saturday, September 11th, 2021.
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Event Schedule
WELCOME
General Al Palmer
INVOCATION
Monsignor Brian Donahue
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
PRESENTATION OF COLORS
NATIONAL ANTHEM
UND ROTC Color Guard & Veterans
ARMED FORCES MEDLEY
HISTORY OF PARK & 9/11 REMEMBRANCE
General Al Palmer
DISTINGUISHED GUESTS & SPEAKERS
Mayor Brandon Bochenski
ND TAG MG Al Dorhmann
319 Wing Commander Col Timothy Curry
UND President Andrew Armacost
RIBBON CUTTING
Anna Walker | WWII – Army
Suzanne Kime | Korea – Navy
William Lembke | Vietnam – Marines
Jerry Johnson | Vietnam – Coast Guard
Jay Bignornia | OEF – Air Force
Casey Hillebrand | OIF – Army
BENEDICTION
Monsignor Brian Donahue
RIFLE SALUTE
UND ROTC
TAPS & GRAND FINALE
Thanks to our Sign Language Interpreter,
Cathy Obregon
COVID-19 Safety Precautions
- If you are not feeling well, please refrain from attending. This event will be live streamed. You can find a link to the live stream here >
- If you have not been fully vaccinated, it is recommended that you wear a face mask.
- We appreciate your understanding and assistance in making this event safe for all attendees.
Parking & Shuttle Service Available at the North Columbia Mall Parking Lot
(Old Sears Location)
2800 S Columbia Rd
Grand Forks, ND 58201
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PARKING MAP
2357 S. 34th Street
Grand Forks, ND 58201
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- Convention & Visitors Bureau
- Daughter of the American Revolution
- Gate City Bank
- HB Sound & Light
- Dietrich Bus Service
- GF Police Department
- Lion’s Club
- VFW
- DAV
- Legion
- Boy Scouts
- UND ROTC
- DAR