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Philadelphia Vietnam Veterans Memorial
108 Spruce Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
About the Philadelphia Vietnam Veterans Memorial
The Philadelphia Vietnam Veterans Memorial, located at 108 Spruce Street in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, is a park and tourist attraction dedicated to honoring the sacrifice of 648 city sons in the Vietnam War. The memorial features plaques, ornamentation, and a POW/MIA Monument, providing a place of remembrance and reflection for visitors.
On Veterans Day, the memorial hosts a ceremony featuring speakers such as veterans advocate and radio host Joe Griffies, who served in Vietnam with the 4th Infantry Division. The event also includes the 82nd Airborne Association and the Hajdak-Mokan Chapter Honor Guard.
Recently, the memorial suffered extensive damage from vandalism, prompting a fundraising rally to repair the destruction. Estimates suggest that repairs will cost over $30,000, with additional funds needed for maintenance and upkeep. The event will feature performances by well-known artists and DJs, with all proceeds going towards restoring the memorial.
Visitors can show their support by attending the rally, making a donation through the memorial's website or mailing a contribution to the organization. The Philadelphia Vietnam Veterans Memorial is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to honoring and preserving the memory of those who served in the Vietnam War.
Located in the Penn's Landing area of Philadelphia, the memorial is easily accessible and serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made by veterans in service to their country.
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108 Spruce St, Philadelphia, PA 19147, United States
Reviews of Philadelphia Vietnam Veterans Memorial
"I went for a walk with my husband after dinner at a fine restaurant. Night had already fallen and we literally stumbled upon this park as we headed toward the riverfront. I do not know if there is a designated entrance because it felt more like we simply crossed busy streets and empty sidewalks. We were not prepared for a memorial, especially one of this magnitude. My father and my step-father both served during Vietnam. I remember going to Washington DC and seeing the wall for the first time. The emotional surge upon reaching the walled courtyard was much the same. I regret not knowing the area well enough to have had my first experience with the Philadelphia Vietnam Veterans Memorial in daylight."
"Who doesn’t appreciate a Vietnam Veteran’s Memorial? This on is well done, of course. From here you can walk towards The Delaware River to check out Spruce St Park. If you happened to be on the Hop on Hop off your, there is a hop on location on Dock St just west the northern part of Spruce St Park. The Korean War Veteran’s Memorial is right there also, just north of the Vietnam Memorial on the block between Spruce & Dock."
"The memorial itself is nice. Sunny and bright, across the highway from the river so it gets a nice breeze. The park itself is a bit run down and the park benches are not usable during the warmer months because it seems every bench is infested with bees. The park could use some TLC and maintenance but the memorials are well done and seem to be in good shape. The park is also a bit desolate so use caution when visiting."
"Amazing Monument. Be sure to visit on April 30th to see the veterans event. Very powerful, and the flyover was amazing!"
"Our family visited Memorial Day weekend. The memorial honors the 648 service men and women killed during the Vietnam War. There is a separate memorial in Vietnamese thanking the soliders for their service. The beautifully landscaped installation is open 24/7 with some seating and adjacent to the Korean War Memorial. They are collecting donations (almost near their goal) to build a POW/MIA memorial here. Commemorative services are usually held here on Veterans and Memorial Days."
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