The National Museum of the Pacific War will host its annual Veterans Day Commemoration on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, at 11 a.m. CST in the Museum’s Memorial Courtyard.
The event honors the brave men and women who have served in the United States Armed Forces. It celebrates their courage, sacrifice, and unwavering dedication to freedom.
This year’s keynote speaker will be Brigadier General Kevin Jarrard, Commanding General of the 4th Marine Division.
General Jarrard was commissioned in the Marine Corps after graduating from The Citadel in 1995. He has served across Africa, South America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, including two tours in Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Throughout his distinguished career, General Jarrard has led with integrity and honor. His roles include Commanding Officer of the 3d Force Reconnaissance Company, Deputy Chief of Staff at Marine Forces South, and Assistant Division Commander of the 1st Marine Division. He is also a U.S. Army Ranger and Airborne School graduate with degrees in history, education, and national security studies.
Veterans Day Commemoration Details
Date: Tuesday, November 11, 2025
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: Memorial Courtyard, National Museum of the Pacific War
Admission: Free and open to the public
The museum invites all community members to attend, reflect, and pay tribute to those who have defended America’s freedoms with honor and valor.
