WAYNE COUNTY, Ind. — Communities across the region will recognize the men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces with Veterans Day ceremonies, school celebrations and special tributes on Wednesday, November 11.
Several observances are planned in Wayne County, while a monthlong exhibit in neighboring Darke County, Ohio, offers another opportunity to recognize those who have served.
Wednesday, November 11
8:30 a.m. — Western Wayne Elementary School Veterans Day Celebration | Cambridge City, Indiana
Western Wayne Elementary School will hold a Veterans Day celebration beginning at 8:30 a.m. The school is located at 801 E. Delaware St. in Cambridge City.
11 a.m. — Wayne County Veterans Day Ceremony | Richmond, Indiana
The annual Wayne County Veterans Day ceremony will take place at 11 a.m. at Wayne County Veterans Memorial Park, located at 1 Remembering Veterans Drive in Richmond.
The ceremony will recognize the service and sacrifices of local veterans and members of the U.S. military. The public is invited to attend.
11:30 a.m. — Veterans Day Dinner | Richmond, Indiana
Harry Ray American Legion Post 65 in Richmond is listed as hosting a Veterans Day dinner beginning at 11:30 a.m.
Additional Veterans Tribute
November 2–28 — Darke County Remembers Those Who Serve | Greenville, Ohio
Garst Museum, located at 205 N. Broadway St. in Greenville, is presenting a special exhibit as part of the America 250-Ohio commemoration.
The exhibit, Darke County Remembers Those Who Serve, recognizes veterans, first responders, and frontline heroes. The event listing provides hours of 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; visitors should check the museum's operating days before attending.
Veterans Day is observed annually on November 11, marking the anniversary of the 1918 armistice that ended fighting in World War I.
Unlike Memorial Day, which honors those who died while serving in the military, Veterans Day recognizes all who have served in the United States Armed Forces.
