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Georgetown's Field of Honor will put 2,026 flags in San Gabriel Park Nov. 7-15
The Good Day Georgetown team
If you want to see something big this week, head to San Gabriel Park. The Rotary Club of Georgetown's 10th annual Field of Honor is scheduled for Nov. 7-15, according to a paid KXAN segment. The flags will be displayed in a giant "250" for America's 250th anniversary.
The Field of Honor by the numbers
- 2,026
- flags arranged to spell "250"
- 10 acres
- of the 12-acre field
- 1,300 sq. ft.
- for the Tunnel to Towers exhibit
- $45
- donation for each flag
Sources: KEYE, KXAN Austin
The Tunnel to Towers mobile exhibit marks 25 years since 9/11. KEYE reports that firefighters who were part of 9/11 will lead tours. On weekdays, student field trips run 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Public tours follow from 2:30 to 6:30 p.m.
- Dedicate a flag: $45, at the field or online
- Flag pickup: Nov. 14 or 15, at designated times
- Visiting the field: free, 24/7
- First weekend tours: 9:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
- Volunteer: 3-hour shifts available
Field of Honor events are scheduled across the week
- Nov. 7The Field of Honor is scheduled to begin its run in San Gabriel Park.
- Nov. 8The Opening Ceremony will be held at 1:30 p.m.
- Nov. 10A free screening of Apache Blues will be followed by a talk with the filmmakers.
- Nov. 11The Veterans Day Ceremony will be held at 11 a.m.
- Nov. 14The Texas Veterans Commission Resource and Job Fair will run 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Nov. 15The run ends, and dedicated flags can still be picked up.
Source: KXAN Austin
Sources: KEYE, KXAN Austin