Schedule of Events
Four days of remembrance
The Wall That Heals arrives Tuesday, September 22 and is on display September 24 through 27, 2026. Here is how the visit unfolds.
Key Moments
Don't miss
- Escort & arrival — Tues, Sept 22
- Welcome Home ceremony — Thurs, Sept 24, 6:00 PM
- Agent Orange & PTSD ceremony — Fri, Sept 25, 7:30 PM
- Guided tours throughout
- Closing ceremony — Sun, Sept 27, 1:45 PM
- The Wall closes at 2:00 PM
Tuesday, September 22
Motorcycle Escort & Arrival
The Wall That Heals arrives in Oneonta under motorcycle escort led by the American Legion Riders Post 259, Oneonta, NY. Riders stage in Cobleskill at 11:30 AM, kickstands up at 12:00 PM, then ride NY Route 7 into Oneonta. The community is invited to line the route and welcome it home.
Wednesday, September 23
Assembly of The Wall
Setup begins at 8:30 AM as volunteers construct all 140 panels. Once the panels are in place, The Wall is open to visitors.
Volunteer Orientation — 6:00 PM
A walkthrough for volunteers before the public arrives: how to help visitors locate a name and make a rubbing, what questions to expect from the public, and how to offer support at The Wall.
Thursday, September 24
Welcome Home Ceremony — 6:00 PM
An evening ceremony welcoming The Wall That Heals to Oneonta. The Wall opens to the public that morning and remains open 24 hours a day. View the program guide.
School Field-Trip Day
Thursday and Friday are dedicated school days, with a focus on 8th and 11th grade students.
Friday, September 25
School Field-Trip Day
The second dedicated day for school groups touring The Wall and the Mobile Education Center.
Guided Tours
VVMF staff lead tours of The Wall and Mobile Education Center throughout the visit.
Agent Orange & PTSD Awareness Ceremony — 7:30 PM
A participatory evening ceremony of remembrance and awareness.
Saturday, September 26
Guided Tours
Tours continue throughout the day and evening.
Taps Ceremony — 6:45 PM
A bugler will play Taps in a brief evening ceremony of remembrance.
Sunday, September 27
Closing Ceremony — 1:45 PM
A final tribute before The Wall closes at 2:00 PM sharp and disassembly begins.