Zelienople is honored to once again host the Traveling Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. This solemn memorial reminds us of the stark cost of freedom. Our way of life is no happy accident. It was forged, and defended at the cost of human life. We invite you to join us for the Opening Ceremony and to honor the traveling replica of the Unknown Soldier. The Tomb will be with us for three days with the Opening Ceremony to be held on Friday July 3rd.
You can learn more about the Tomb of the Unknown Solider and the Memorial Amphitheater in Arlington Virginia here.
What to Expect:
Just as it was in 2022, the Tomb will be located in Four Corners Park, in the heart of Zelienople. The Park’s address is 124 North Main Street, Zelienople PA 16063. You can also visit our current Veterans Memorial here in this park. The opening ceremony will be a short program filled with reverence and respect, prayer and patriotism. Reverend Reid Moon will lead us in this ceremony, and will be joined by Pennsylvania State Representatives, and notable figures from our area. The ceremony is free to attend and you can find parking information here.
The Town of Zelienople is currently embarking on a mission to renovate this memorial. You can learn more about the project here.
The opening ceremony will start at 6PM and is a short dedication to honor the life size replica of the actual Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Arlington Virginia.
*This program is subject to change.
Zelienople would like to extend our gratitude for this second opportunity to host this monument to freedom, for honoring our town. The patriotism, pride, and empathy in Zelienople is rival to none. We will be hosting a few representatives from
We’d like to thank Boney Joe for lending his voice talent, Reverend Reid Moon for the Invocation and Benediction, and Mayor Tom Oliveria for the Pledge of Allegiance. In addition, we owe a debt of gratitude to our keynote speakers Commissioner Boozel, State Representative Kelley, and Dr. Shanae Clancy, State Representative Stephanie Scialaba for the Presentation of the Flag, and Jason Pepe and the Bantam Marines for the Presentation of the Colors and 21 Gun Salute.
How to Get Involved:
We are seeking donations to purchase flags to once again place them throughout Four Corners Park ahead of the arrival of the Tomb. To make a donation to help us purchase these flags, please send a check to the Zelienople Historical Society marked for “America 250”. The mailing address is: 243 South Main Street, Zelienople PA 16063. Or Click Here, and enter “America 250” under the section that says “Donate in the Name of”.
Click here to volunteer to set up flags in the park ahead of the Tomb’s arrival.
Click here to donate a brick and help fund the renovation of the Veterans Memorial in the park.
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