American Gold Star Mothers lay wreath at Tomb of the Unknowns, Gold Star Mothers Sunday, 09/26/05 Soldiers looking at Vietnam Wall Memorial Francis Turley at a funeral for a forgotten veteran. One of the many markers at Arlington Cemetery remembered by a mother Perpetuating the noble principles for which they fought and died.


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2010 Memorial Day Schedule

There are numerous activities in the DC area over the Holiday Weekend. The American Gold Star Mothers participate in the following:

  • Friday May 28, 9 pm Candlelight vigil at the Wall.
  • Saturday May 29, 8-10 pm Rolling Thunder Hospitality Room, Hyatt Regency Crystal City.
  • Sunday May 30, 8 am to Noon Rolling Thunder Ride, Evening Concert on the Capital Lawn.
  • Monday May 31, Memorial Day Observance at Arlington in the morning then at the Wall in the afternoon.


The Marriott Courtyard, 1900 Connecticut Avenue NW, Washington DC 20009, 202-332-9300 is your best bet for lodging. Just tell them that you are a Gold Star Mother and they will give you the best rate they can for that weekend. Ask for Albert.