Cecil Field POW MIA Memorial, Inc.

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we honor the brave Americans who made the ultimate sacrifice—and we remember those who never came home. At the National POW/MIA Memorial & Museum, our mission is to preserve their stories, honor their service, and ensure they are never forgotten.

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we pause to honor the brave men and women who gave their lives in service to our nation—and to remember those whose fate was unknown for far too long.

Today, we especially acknowledge Navy Capt. Michael “Scott” Speicher—an American hero, Jacksonville native, and the first U.S. combat casualty of the Gulf War.

For years, Capt. Speicher’s case became one of the most recognized and emotional POW/MIA stories in modern American military history. His family endured the unimaginable burden of uncertainty while our nation continued the mission to account for him, never giving up on bringing him home.

His story is a powerful reminder of why the mission of the National POW/MIA Memorial & Museum matters so deeply—that we remember, we educate, and we honor those who served, those who were lost, and the families who carried the burden of not knowing.

This Memorial Day, as we reflect on sacrifice and service, we are grateful to USAA for helping share Capt. Speicher’s story and ensuring future generations understand the true cost of freedom.

05/25/2026

Memorial Day is the time to commemorate the valor and sacrifices of the brave men and women who laid down their lives in service to our nation.

Today, we honor those who fought and died to preserve our American liberties, values, and way of life. May we always remember that freedom isn’t free, and we owe it to our fallen heroes to never take it for granted.

05/22/2026

05/21/2026

05/20/2026

The 158th National Memorial Day Observance, recognizing and commemorating the fallen men and women of the U.S. Armed Forces, will take place on Monday, May 25 in the Memorial Amphitheater at Arlington National Cemetery. Pre-event programming will begin at 10:45 a.m., with the formal program starting at approximately 12 p.m. Please note, this is a change from previous years’ schedule.

The annual event is free and open to the public. Seating in the amphitheater is available on a first-come, first-served basis. For important attendee information, please visit our website: https://www.arlingtoncemetery.mil/Memorial-Day/National-Memorial-Day-Observance

05/20/2026

05/15/2026

Join us TOMMORROW on Armed Forces Day, Saturday, May 16th, from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM and visit a place dedicated to remembrance, honor, and unwavering commitment. The National POW/MIA Memorial & Museum is OPEN for tours every third Saturday of the month from 10AM - 2PM.

Walk through the Chapel in quiet reflection. Explore our temporary exhibits that tell powerful stories of courage and sacrifice. Hear about what is planned for the future as the Memorial continues to grow. You can also see the newest addition to the Cecil Field Legacy Plaza & Memorial (Phase 1) — the S-3 Viking aircraft — a visible reminder of service and sacrifice.

Every step taken on these grounds is a tribute:

• To honor all former Prisoners of War
• To remember and never forget those Missing in Action
• To stand with the families who still seek answers and bring them home

Visit us. Reflect. Remember. Stand with those who served.

Open the 3rd Saturday of every month | 10 AM – 2 PM

05/11/2026

Join us on Armed Forces Day, Saturday, May 16th, from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM and visit a place dedicated to remembrance, honor, and unwavering commitment. The National POW/MIA Memorial & Museum is OPEN for tours every third Saturday of the month from 10AM - 2PM.

Walk through the Chapel in quiet reflection. Explore our temporary exhibits that tell powerful stories of courage and sacrifice. Hear about what is planned for the future as the Memorial continues to grow. You can also see the newest addition to the Cecil Field Legacy Plaza & Memorial (Phase 1) — the S-3 Viking aircraft — a visible reminder of service and sacrifice.

Every step taken on these grounds is a tribute:

• To honor all former Prisoners of War
• To remember and never forget those Missing in Action
• To stand with the families who still seek answers and bring them home

Visit us. Reflect. Remember. Stand with those who served.

Open the 3rd Saturday of every month | 10 AM – 2 PM