2026 marks the sesquicentennial of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, in addition to the second year of America’s armed struggle for liberty.

 

Learn more about the memorialization of the Revolutionary War on a free 2-hour guided walk in Arlington National Cemetery (ANC) to visit graves and memorials connected to the nation’s 250th anniversary of independence.

 

Ability level: Moderate due to hilly terrain.

 

The starting point will be at the Arlington House at 9 a.m. and the hike will end at the Memorial Amphitheater. Please allow sufficient time to arrive at the ANC Welcome Center via Metro or car, go through security, and arrive at the starting point at Arlington House. Participants can either walk to the starting point or purchase Tram tickets, if desired.

 

All questions should be directed to the National Museum of the United States Army (usarmy.belvoir.hqda.mbx.programs-education-division@army.mil), not Arlington National Cemetery or the National Park Service.

 

Register to attend the History Hike on April 10 here