Radford Noon Rotary and Glencoe Mansion will host a closing ceremony of the “Field of Honor” at Glencoe Mansion on Wednesday, September 11, at 5 pm. The theme of the ceremony is, “Making the City Come Alive: Honoring Our Heroes,” and will recognize both the military and first responders. The event will mark the end of the second year of the “Field of Honor” that has been on display since May.

The evening will begin at 5 pm with an opening of bagpipe music provided by musician Andrew Meeks. The official ceremony follows at 5:30 and will include remarks from multiple members of the community, including Radford Mayor David Horton, City Council Member Jessie Foster, Rev. Dr. Gina Rhea of Unity Christian Church, as well as remarks from the leadership of the Radford Noon Rotary and Glencoe Mansion. The ceremony will be followed by a reception on the museum grounds until 7 pm.

The ceremony and reception are open to the public, and there is no admission charge. The Radford Noon Rotary and Glencoe Mansion invite all flag sponsors, those who have served in the military or as first responders, and those whose lives have been affected by these heroes to attend this special event.

To learn more click the Press Release.

The image is courtesy Waggaman Photography.