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              Name: Opening Ceremonies: The Wall That Heals
              Date: May 11, 2023
              Time: 7:50 AM - 9:00 AM CDT
              Website: https://www.exploregreatbend.com/wallthathealsgbks
              Event Description:
              Thursday, May 11, 2023

              7:50 a.m. – Great Bend High School Marching Band Will Play.

              8:00 a.m. – Opening Ceremony with opening Prayer by Army Chaplain and remarks by Secretary of State Scott Schwab, Gold Star Families will be recognized and local families from Barton County that lost family members during the Vietnam War will be recognized.

              The Wall That Heals is officially open to the public 24 hours a day.

              Taps will be played at dusk daily.
               

              What To Know Before You Visit...

              • The Wall and Mobile Education Center will be open 24 hours a day. 

              • Parking is free and located on-site. Handicap parking is also available.

              • Visitors can view the exhibit at their own pace.

              • Children are welcome. 

              • No dogs or pets are allowed except for service animals. 

              • There are NO concessions or souvenirs for purchase. 

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              Location:
              Al Burns Field, Veterans Memorial Park 17th St. Terrace, Great Bend, KS
              Date/Time Information:
              Thursday, May 11th, 7:50am
              Contact Information:
              For more information on our event, we will keep the information up to date on our Facebook Page, however, if you prefer to make a personal call, you can contact the CVB at 620-793-2750 Or email CVB Staff Amanda at agaddis@greatbendks.net
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