Henderson paused Saturday to honor the men and women who served, holding its annual Veterans Day ceremony at the Water Street Plaza Amphitheater four days ahead of Veterans Day on Wednesday, Nov. 11.
The centerpiece of the Nov. 7 program was the presentation of new names being added to the Henderson Veterans Memorial Wall, recognizing local veterans for their service and sacrifice, News 3 reported. The ceremony also recognized veterans’ organizations and included a presentation of colors and a performance by the Henderson Orchestra Brass Band.
About the wall
According to the City of Henderson, the memorial wall sits next to Henderson City Hall and is the only veterans memorial wall in Southern Nevada. It was dedicated on Nov. 11, 1994, with 1,213 names and now carries more than 1,900.
Names are eligible if the veteran was a Henderson resident during a period of their service. That includes deceased veterans who lived in Henderson before 1980; Korean War, Vietnam War, Persian Gulf War and Global War on Terror veterans, living or deceased, who lived in Henderson while serving; and service members killed in action who lived in Henderson from 1980 to the present. The city’s deadline to be recognized at this year’s ceremony was Sept. 25.
What it means for locals and visitors
- The wall is open to visit next to Henderson City Hall, a short walk from the Water Street District.
- Families who want to add a loved one’s name in a future year can submit a request through the city’s Veterans Memorial Wall page.
- Veterans Day itself is Wednesday, Nov. 11; expect more ceremonies and events around the valley this week.
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