Recap of Memorial Day Weekend at Arlington
Typically, Memorial Day Weekend at Arlington fills our grounds with thousands of visitors visiting the graves where loved ones are laid to rest. In more recent years, the Field of Memories has provided additional patriotic symbolism and remembrance. As unlikely as it may seem and even in the midst of…...
Arlington’s commitment to Memorial Day
The Arlington Memorial Gardens has a long history of honoring our military members, especially during Memorial Day Weekend. In 2015, our Field of Memories was created; 1000 American Flags erected each year as a stunning tribute to the men and women who have paid the ultimate sacrifice defending our nation.…...
Locating a Loved One at Arlington
LOCATING A LOVED ONE: CONVENIENT ALTERNATIVE One critical area of emphasis here at Arlington is to constantly seek improvement in the experience of lot owners and visitors to our grounds. Sometimes improvements come through developing or refining existing services; but, sometimes they come through the introduction of new products. During…...
Mother’s Day at Arlington
You Will Never Understand… This coming Sunday we celebrate Mother’s Day. Those of us fortunate enough to still have our Mothers in our lives will send a card, flowers, chocolates or pay a visit to that one, uniquely special person. But for those who can’t personally visit their Mother, there’s…...
Field of Memories 2020
Due to COVID-19, the Field of Memories and the weekend activities for Memorial Day 2020 at The Arlington Memorial Gardens is cancelled. For those who have purchased a flag dedication(s), a letter has been mailed to you regarding your purchase. More information regarding Memorial Day at Arlington will be made…...
The Arlington Lake Bridge
For a full 45 years, the arched walking bridge that spanned Arlington Lake had been one of the favorite destinations for Arlington visitors. It was perfect for observing the lake’s fish and wildlife. During the spring months, it was common for the bridge to serve as the prop for prom,…...
The Arlington Celebration of Life Campus Update
CELEBRATION OF LIFE CAMPUS PREPARES FOR OPENING We’re getting close…very close! Unfortunately, at about the time that construction began to wind down in March – when most of the work had been completed – excepting the finishing touches, almost simultaneously the Coronavirus pandemic began dominating the news, and soon thereafter,…...
Road Paving…a sure sign of Spring
Spring: Time of Renewal…and Paving When you think of springtime your mind’s eye may conjure up images of Lily of the Valley, Tulips and Daffodils. Or possibly you may be reminded of the seas of the lush, deep green grass that is part of the landscape this time of year.…...
Updated 4-3-2020 Arlington and COVID-19
The health and well-being of our employees, families and visitors is a top priority during the COVID-19 Pandemic. Funeral Homes and Cemeteries are deemed “essential” businesses, therefor, The Arlington Memorial Gardens and The Arlington Funeral Home are operational, but with some limitations. The following changes will go into effect at…...
Why am I feeling the way I’m feeling during COVID-19?
Most of us usually associate the term “grief” with the loss of a loved one as the emotion we experience when someone we care about passes away. But I believe many of us could be experiencing Anticipatory Grief during this COVID-19 crisis. Anticipatory grief is a feeling of grief occurring…...