July 19, 2025

Brazos Valley Veterans Memorial Celebrates 25 Years

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The Brazos Valley Veterans Memorial is celebrating its 25th anniversary with a community event honoring U.S. military veterans. The event includes self-guided tours showcasing 18 memorials and life-sized statues, as well as the Never Forget Garden where names of veterans can be added to a wall of honor. Guided tours will also be conducted with board members available to assist visitors. The memorial’s ongoing enhancements include plans for additional memorial sites, emphasizing the importance of recognizing and remembering the sacrifices made by service members.

College Station, Texas – The Brazos Valley Veterans Memorial is marking its 25th anniversary with a special community event aimed at honoring veterans from all branches of the United States Military. This milestone celebration, taking place on Thursday, will feature open house tours at the memorial site, located within the Veterans Park and Athletic Complex.

Visitors can take part in self-guided tours across the expansive 12-acre site, which is home to 18 memorials representing various conflicts throughout American history, including the War of Texas Independence. Highlighting the event are over 20 life-sized statues and the serene Never Forget Garden, where attendees can pay tribute and even add a veteran’s name to the wall of honor.

The day is dedicated to recognizing the sacrifices made by those who have served in the military. In addition to the self-guided tours, guided tours will be available from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on July 17, with board members of the Brazos Valley Veterans Memorial present to answer questions and assist visitors as they explore the memorial.

Throughout its history, the Brazos Valley Veterans Memorial has come to represent a significant destination for remembrance and education. Established with the mission of paying tribute to veterans and fostering an understanding among future generations regarding their sacrifices for freedom, the memorial emphasizes that the liberties enjoyed today come at a considerable cost.

As part of ongoing enhancements, the memorial is also embarking on completing two remaining memorial sites: the China Relief Operations and Mexican Border Service memorials, both expected to feature bronze statues by July 4, 2026. This timeline aligns with the celebration of the 250th anniversary of American independence.

Located conveniently off Harvey Road, the Veterans Park and Athletic Complex invites everyone to join in the celebration and acknowledge the service of our military heroes. With educational opportunities and a profound atmosphere of remembrance, the event promises to be a poignant tribute to those who have risked their lives in service of the country.

In summary, as the Brazos Valley Veterans Memorial commemorates its 25-year legacy, it stands as a heartfelt reminder of the importance of honoring veterans and recognizing the ongoing journey toward preserving the values of freedom through remembrance and education.

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