Come to Hope Mills Public Library for an experiential exhibit reflecting the life and times of the Vietnam War era. The Headquarters branch will feature a complementary exhibit.  Exhibit open 11/4 – 11/12 during normal business hours.

SPONSOR: Hope Mills Public Library

LOCATION: Hope Mills Public Library

Event is free and open to the public.

The Cumberland County Public Library – Headquarters – will host an exhibit focused on the Vietnam War era. Event will be in Local & State Rooms from September through November.

SPONSOR:  Cumberland County Public Library – Headquarters

LOCATION:  Cumberland County Public Library – Headquarters

Event is free and open to the public.

Join the community to honor our veterans in the Annual Fayetteville Veterans Day Parade.  Students from Cumberland County Schools to walk in parade with Vietnam Veterans as a part of Heroes Homecoming V. We are #AmongHeroes.  Parade starts at 10am.

SPONSOR: Cumberland County Veterans Council

LOCATION: Hay Street/Downtown Fayetteville – Route may be subjected to change based on construction along route.

AS ALWAYS, event is free and open to the public.

The communities of Cumberland County want to demonstrate to America how important our POW/MIAs are to us and our modern day freedom. By hosting the biggest display of Missing Man Tables, the Fayetteville area will send a message that we will remember their sacrifices always. The table is a place of honor and each item on the table symbolizes something significant regarding those missing. Look around for these honorary tables. Give these businesses your business.  And help pass along the message that we will always remember. Tables will be on display throughout Heroes Homecoming V.

SPONSOR:  Fayetteville Area Convention & Visitors Bureau

LOCATION:  Businesses, restaurants and other organizations throughout Cumberland County

The public is invited to tour these tables, thank the businesses participating and – most importantly – honor our MIA/POW soldiers. 

The Visitor Center at NC Veterans Park will be home to a Vietnam War display for the entire week of Heroes Homecoming V. Display open during regular business hours 11/4 – 11/12.

SPONSOR: NC Veterans Park

LOCATION: NC Veterans Park

Event is free and open to the public.

After Lt. Hugh William Wellons was killed in Vietnam in 1966, the Army shipped home his crate of personal and military effects that the family left relatively undisturbed for more than 40 years. Hugh’s sister, Caroline Parsons, who still lives in the Cumberland County residence where her and Hugh’s mother and grandmother were born, allowed the staff at the Museum of the Cape Fear Historical Complex to examine the crate and its contents. This exhibit displays the contents of Hugh’s crate and tells his story. Exhibit will be on display 11/4 – 11/12.

SPONSOR: Museum of the Cape Fear

LOCATION: Museum of the Cape Fear

Event is free and open to the public.

Dr. Cyndi Briggs has spent several years collecting veterans’ stories and preserving them for future generations. Her presentation includes many stories that allowed her to learn about Vietnam veterans. The daughter and granddaughter of Army veterans, Dr. Briggs became interested in the effects of war on people who served after discovering her deceased grandfather’s World War II photos and memorabilia in 2014. This interest led to an oral history project that grew from one conversation with a World War II veteran to (currently) 80 interviews with WWII, Korean, and Vietnam era vets.  Her discussion starts at 2pm.

SPONSOR: Museum of the Cape Fear

LOCATION: Museum of the Cape Fear

Event is free and open to the public.

The Hope Mills Veterans Advisory Commission is hosting a special memorial ceremony and flag display to honor our Vietnam Veterans.  Lt. COL Walt Brinker (Ret.) will speak at the event to be held from 3 – 4:30pm.

SPONSOR: Hope Mills Veterans Advisory Commission

LOCATION: Hope Mills Veterans Memorial

Event is free and open to the public.

Come enjoy the newly enhanced Hope Mills Lake and benches that will be dedicated in honor of veterans.  Fingers crossed that the lake is full again so we can savor the beauty of the park. Event starts at 5pm.

SPONSOR:  Hope Mills VFW # 10630

LOCATION:  Hope Mills Lake

Event is free and open to the public.

This is one of many opportunities city-wide to meet and get to know a Vietnam veteran. Socialize over refreshments. View the exhibits and listen to the stories from the brave men and women who served in Vietnam. This is also a chance to say thank you. Retired Lt. Col. Walt Brinker, a Vietnam veteran, will also give a presentation about how service has helped his PTSD and he helps other veterans by suggesting little acts of kindness can aid them in dealing with their PTSD.  The event is 1 – 4pm.  Presentation will begin at 2pm.

SPONSOR: Museum of the Cape Fear

LOCATION: Museum of the Cape Fear

Event is free and open to the public.

Millstone 14 is proud to present a military-themed movie night for veterans and their families. There will also be a concessions special created for the event. Make sure to come early because seating is limited. Contact movie theater if you have any questions at (910) 354-2124. Event begins at 4pm.

SPONSOR:  Millstone 14

LOCATION:  Millstone 14

Movie is free.

It is Cumberland County’s turn to host the traveling replica of the Washington DC Vietnam Veterans Memorial.  Experience it in person – read names of those that paid the ultimate price for our freedom in the Vietnam War.  Display is open 24/7 between 11/9 – 11/12.

SPONSOR:  ASOM

LOCATION:  ASOM

Event is free and open to the public.

A special evening dedicated to honor the FAMILIES of Vietnam Veterans who played such a valuable role during and after the war.

SPONSOR: Town of Spring Lake

LOCATION: Spring Lake Recreation & Parks Building

Event is free and open to the public.

Rolling Thunder NC 1, in conjunction with the ASOM Foundation and the Dogwood Chapter of the Gold Star Mothers, will host the ceremony at the Vietnam Moving Wall, located on the museum’s parade field. The ceremony will begin as the Rolling Thunder Flame of Freedom leads the procession of Gold Star Family members of those lost during the Vietnam War to the center of the Vietnam Moving Wall, where there will be a candle-lighting ceremony. Once the candle ceremony is complete, the procession will continue to the Iron Mike Statue, in front of the museum. Ceremony begins at 6:30pm.

SPONSOR:  ASOM

LOCATION:  ASOM

Event is free and open to the public.

Rocking motorcycle rally starting at Fort Bragg Harley Davidson, traveling to the Moving Wall dedication ceremony at ASOM and ending at Festival Park with a… FESTIVAL.  Festival will be held 12 – 8pm.

Food Trucks – Bands – Motorcycle Awards – Tattoo & Beard Contests – Bike Blessings – Speakers – VIP Tent for ALL Vietnam Veterans

Rain or Shine – Donations to benefit the Lone Survivor Foundation & Fisher House

SPONSOR: Freedom Biker Church (feat. Rolling Thunder)

LOCATION: Festival Park

Event is FUN, free and family-friendly.  And also open to the public.

This event will dedicate the replica of Washington DC Vietnam Veterans Memorial. Featuring speakers – Ray Scrump (former POW) and Jim Hollister (Rolling Thunder), this moving experience honors and pays tribute to all Vietnam Veterans. Dedication is from 1 – 2:30pm.  Wall open 24/7 from 11/9 – 11/13.

SPONSOR: Airborne & Special Operations Museum (ASOM)

LOCATION: ASOM Parade Field

Event is free and open to the public.

SPONSOR: Airborne & Special Operations Museum (ASOM)

LOCATION: ASOM

Event is free and open to the public.

Mark Bowden is the bestselling author of Black Hawk Down: A Story of Modern War, as well as The Best Game Ever, Bringing the Heat, Killing Pablo, and Guests of the Ayatollah. He reported at The Philadelphia Inquirer for twenty years and now writes for Vanity Fair, The Atlantic, and other magazines.  Join him at ASOM to discuss his new book, Hue 1968: A Turning Point of the American War in Vietnam.  Afterwards, Mr. Bowden will sign copies of the book which will be available in the museum gift shop.  Event will take place 1 – 3pm.

SPONSOR: Airborne & Special Operations Museum (ASOM)

LOCATION: ASOM

Event is free and open to the public.