The 2026 Volunteers
The people who welcomed The Wall
The Wall That Heals has departed Oneonta. This page remembers the volunteer roles that supported the September 2026 visit; registration is closed.
With Gratitude
Every shift mattered
From setup and overnight watches to greeting visitors and packing up, the volunteer roles reflected a community effort.
The Roles
How volunteers helped
Setup Crew
Volunteers helped assemble the panels and prepare the site.
Wall Ambassadors
Ambassadors welcomed visitors and helped them locate names and make rubbings.
Information Tent
The welcome tent offered directories, answers, and directions.
Overnight Shifts
Overnight volunteers kept watch while the exhibit was open around the clock.
Group Tour Support
Volunteers supported school and community group visits.
Teardown Crew
After closing, volunteers helped prepare The Wall for its next community.
Thank you to our volunteers
The 2026 volunteer signup is closed. This page remains as a record of the ways neighbors, groups, and families could help.
Volunteers helped offer a welcome home that many of these veterans never received.