The names of more than 58,000 Vietnam War veterans have been carefully etched into synthetic granite panels spanning 375 feet. Together the panels form a three-quarter scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The Wall That Heals is a traveling exhibit that has toured the United States for the last 30 years.
On Tuesday, March 19, the exhibit made its way to Wells Park in El Cajon by way of an 18-wheeler, with a full escort and parade.
"Our Vietnam Veterans are getting older, they're aging, and it's a perfect opportunity to come out and say thank you for your service, and pay patronage to them, said Matt Medina, with Wall That Heals.
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Starting at 2pm on Thursday, March 21, the wall will be open and free to the public 24/7. Here is the planned schedule and event details:
Thursday, March 21
The Wall That Heals Open 24 hours for visitors
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10:00 am Opening Ceremony
Sunset Taps
Friday, March 22
The Wall That Heals Open 24 hours for visitors
Sunset Taps
Saturday, March 23
The Wall That Heals Open 24 hours for visitors
7:00 pm Candlelight Vigil
Sunset Taps
Sunday, March 24
The Wall That Heals is open till 2:00 pm
1:00 pm Closing Ceremony
2:00 pm The Wall That Heals closes and breakdown
The Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund, the same organization that built the wall in Washington D.C., offers communities the chance to host the wall as part of their mobile education program.
If you are interested in volunteering or donating to the event contact The Wall That Heals - El Cajon 2024 Committee.
