THE WALL THAT HEALS
In November 2024, Shaler Township was notified that it was selected to host The Wall That Heals which is a 3 / 4 size replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial along with a mobile Education Center. The traveling exhibit honors the more
THE WALL THAT HEALS
than three million Americans who served in the U. S. Armed Forces in the Vietnam War, and it bears the names of the 58,281 men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in Vietnam. haler
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The Mobile Education Center includes exhibits that tell the story of the Vietnam War, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, and the healing power of the wall. It provides a rich educational experience for visitors of all ages.
When: Friday, May 23 – Monday, May 26, 2025 Where: Anderson Field( 1530 Anderson Road) at the Shaler Area High School
Free parking will be available at the site. Reference the posted signs for visitor and accessible parking areas.
BELOW IS A TENTATIVE SCHEDULE FOR THE WALL THAT HEALS:
Wednesday, May 21 Arrival to Shaler Township
The Wall will arrive in Shaler on Wednesday. The route has not been confirmed yet, but we are asking residents, businesses, and schools to go outside, if possible, and line the streets to welcome The Wall. Once the route is finalized, it will be posted on our website and Facebook page. Thursday, May 22 at 2:00pm
The Wall will be set up on this day for a soft opening. Visitors are permitted beginning at 2:00pm. Friday, May 23 at 10:00am
Friday will be the first official day of hosting The Wall That Heals and will include an Opening Ceremony to honor those listed on The Wall.
Friday, May 23 at Sunset Taps
Saturday, May 24- 30 minutes after sunset
Candlelight Ceremony for PTSD Awareness and Agent Orange Monday, May 26 at 11:30am
Memorial Day Service Monday, May 26 at 1:45pm
Closing Ceremony to recognize those that sponsored, donated, and volunteered.
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