Trent Hunter joined us June 15th with an overview of the tremendous volunteer effort to display 1,776 US flags over the 4th of July weekend. Please consider lending your time and skills to help with assembly, installation, and removal by clicking through the volunteer link below:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0B4DABAA22A7F85-64346794-field#/
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0B4DABAA22A7F85-64346794-field#/
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Sunday afternoon still has a few volunteer slots to be filled. please consider helping to wrap up this incredible display!
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In celebration of our nation’s 250th Anniversary Celebration, the Exchange Clubs of the Cedar Valley, the Americans for Independent Living Veteran Resource Center, Main Street Waterloo, and City of Waterloo, are hosting the Field of Honor®.
Our goal is to publicly recognize and honor those who have served our country, including veterans and their families, and their contributions to our democracy and provide an educational and reflective experience for the community. Each flag represents a story and may be dedicated in honor or memory of a veteran, active-duty service member, first responder, community leader or loved one.
From July 3 – 5, 2026, we will display 1,776 American flags, symbolizing the nation’s freedom, unity, and the sacrifices that made them possible. Flags will be displayed throughout the weekend at Veterans Memorial Park, Vietnam Veterans Park and 4th and 5th Street bridges in downtown Waterloo. This is an all-volunteer event and we invite the entire community to view this spectacular site anytime throughout the weekend.
Day 1, Friday, July 3, Procession of 500 U.S. flags across the 4th & 5th Street Bridges.
Day 2, Saturday, July 4th, “The Strength of a Nation”. Honoring our Veterans, First Responders, and Community Volunteers featuring local dignitaries and guest speakers.
Day 3, Sunday, July 5th, The Future of Our Nation. Public programs at 10 am each day with emphasis on youth.
Day 4, Monday, July 6th, Closing Ceremony at 1:45 pm.