A Community Call To Remember and To Unite

A 3/5 th scale replica of the Vietnam Memorial Wall in Washington, D.C., will arrive in Excelsior Springs on Sept. 9 and leave the morning of Sept. 14. During those five days, we anticipate upwards of 10,000 visitors to our community.

The entire community has a chance to come together to show support for Vietnam War Era veterans – and the Museum needs you!

If you would like to be a part of this memorable event, please complete the mail back form in this edition for ways to serve.

This isn’t just a volunteer opportunity: It’s a chance to help heal and bring the entire community together in support of those who served honorably during the Vietnam War era.

There are multiple ways to support this event, but none more important than volunteering during those five days. There are opportunities both at Piburn Ballfield and at the Museum:

At Piburn Ballfield, 100 Penn St. (off Broadway):

• Greet and guide visitors.
• Staff the computers to help visitors locate names on the wall.
• Provide security
• Four-hour shifts are available (9 a.m.-1 p.m.; 1 p.m.-5 p.m.; 5 p.m.-9 p.m.

At the Museum, 101 East Broadway (corner of Broadway and South Main Street.)

• Greet and guide visitors through local companion exhibit, “Not Forgotten: Local Stories of the Vietnam War Era.”
• Six-hour shifts are available (9 a.m.-3 p.m.; 3 p.m. to 9 p.m.)

“Not Forgotten” is more than a display—it’s a heartfelt tribute to the men and women from Excelsior Springs and nearby communities who served during the Vietnam War Era.

If you would like to be a part of this extraordinary community event, please contact the Excelsior Springs Museum & Archives. Email: emuseum101@gmail.com or Phone: 816-630-0101. Volunteer Form can be obtained at the Museum or download here.

The Excelsior Springs Museum & Archives is making a concerted effort now to gather names and information on all of those connected with Excelsior Springs and surrounding areas who served in the military during the Vietnam era. You may obtain a copy of a Military Survey Form for yourself or a loved one or friend by stopping by the museum or download here. To request a form or for more information, please email the Museum at emuseum101@gmail.com or call 816-630-0101.