Dedication Ceremony FAQs
Access to the Dedication Ceremony
The Dedication of the Memorial will be free and open to the public. There will also be extensive public viewing areas that will not require tickets. Tickets for certain areas will be required.
Restricted/Prohibited Items
To avoid lengthy security delays, we recommend that guests not bring prohibited items, and avoid (if possible) hard-to-search items like baby strollers. Items that are prohibited include: animals (except guide dogs), coolers, duffel bags, suitcases, backpacks, large handbags, umbrellas, chairs of any kind, fireworks/firecrackers, mace and similar substances, real of simulated ammunition, knives of any kind, laser lights/pointers, glass containers and weapons of any type. This list may not be inclusive. Law enforcement personnel reserve the right to prohibit any other items determined to be a potential public safety hazard.
Items that are permitted include cameras, video recorders, uncased binoculars, small handbags, diaper bags, pagers, cell phones, strollers, wheelchairs and appropriate clothes for weather conditions.
Guests should be prepared for search of all items carried on site.
Food/Beverage Services
Food and beverage will be available for purchase on site. Please note only pre-packaged food items are allowed into the event due to on-site security. It is still being determined if sealed beverage or if any beverage containers will be allowed. While food vendors will be available, lines may be very long or locations may be a long distance from your seating area. Eat a good meal before coming to the dedication.
CELL PHONE USE/COMMUNICATION/REUNIFICATION
Due to high volume of calls on the cell phone network phone service will be difficult for most attendees. We strongly recommend that parties traveling together designate a “meet-up” location near the Dedication site - some suggestions, the Lincoln Memorial, The Washington Memorial and RFK Stadium. There will be buses in the area that will serve as a reunification site for lost persons.
Wheelchair Access
Seating for persons requiring the use of wheelchairs is available at the Dedication Ceremony. Attendees utilizing the designated ADA areas can be accompanied by one additional guest. Please note that wheelchairs will not be available at the event.
Clothing Recommendations
Weather temperatures in the Washington, DC area traditionally vary from high 90s to even 100 degrees during this weekend. Seating is in the open so there will be limited shade. Sunscreen or hats are advisable. We also recommend comfortable, flat soled walking shoes. Attendees may have to walk on some areas that are not paved ground. Attendees may also want to bring a poncho in case of rain. Attendees should monitor local forecasts for the Washington, D.C. area and dress for the weather conditions.
The Dedication is expected to take place rain or shine. Ticket holders and public viewing area attendees bear all risk including cancellation of the event and of inclement weather.
Extra Medications/List of Medications
Plan for a long day and bring extra needed medicines that you are currently taking or might need for ailments or allergies. Keep a list of medications you are currently taking and any serious medical conditions that you have on a list (easily accessible) to aid medical staff in case of an emergency. In case of emergency you may also want to have a list of emergency contacts on your person. Oxygen equipment as well as seeing-eye dogs will be permitted at all official Dedication events.
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