National Women Veterans Recognition Day - Celebrating 250 Years of Service

Honor the past, celebrate the present, and ignite the future!

4PM Reception | 5PM Program

This Military Women's Memorial event is made possible by the generous support of Amazon Military.

On June 12, 2026, we invite you to stand with us at the Military Women’s Memorial for a powerful evening of honor, inspiration, and celebration—as we mark our Nation’s 250th birthday and more than 250 years of women’s service to our country.

Before there was a country—she was there.
She served when she wasn’t allowed to.
She stepped forward when others said no.
She carried the mission, broke barriers, and built a legacy that continues to shape our Nation today.

This Women Veterans Recognition Day also commemorates the 78th anniversary of the Women’s Armed Services Integration Act—the moment women earned a permanent place in the U.S. military. But her story didn’t begin there—and it doesn’t end there.

Each generation has stood on the shoulders of those who came before—pushing further, reaching higher. Because of them, the next generation stands taller, prouder, and more inspired to serve.

Celebrate Her Service. Share Her Legacy. Inspire the Next Generation.

We are honored to welcome Kate Andersen Brower, co-author of We The Women with Norah O’Donnell, who will join us for this meaningful occasion and lend her voice to this powerful tribute.

This is more than a celebration—it’s a declaration:
Her story has shaped our history, defines our present, and empowers our future.

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TICKETS ARE REQUIRED FOR THIS EVENT

We’re excited to welcome you to this special event and hope to fill every seat in the gallery. To ensure everyone has the opportunity to attend, we kindly ask that you reserve only the number of tickets you need.

If you or someone in your group is no longer able to attend, please cancel or return your ticket(s) as soon as possible so that others may join us.

Important:

• Please provide the name and details for each individual ticket reserved.
• This information is used to prepare our access and guest list.
• We also want to note whether each attendee is a servicewoman, woman veteran, or child, to help us better honor our guests.

Thank you for helping us make this a memorable and inclusive event!

Situated at the ceremonial entrance to Arlington National Cemetery, the Military Women’s Memorial is the only major national memorial and education center dedicated to preserving and honoring the history of all servicewomen – past and present. More than 3 million women have served in the military since the American Revolution, yet the stories of these courageous patriots are largely untold. For more than 25 years, the mission of the Memorial has been to honor and tell the stories of service of all women who have served our nation. By ensuring these stories of honor, duty, and sacrifice live on in perpetuity, future generations of girls and women are able to see clear pathways and leadership examples through military service. The Memorial educates and inspires through innovative and interactive exhibitions, our world-class collections, and engaging programs and events for all generations.

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