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SUMMARY:Murfreesboro Healing Field Events
DESCRIPTION:Join us this Memorial Day Weekend (May 23–25\, 2026) for one of the most powerful and moving displays in our community. \n\nThe Healing Field transforms an open space into a breathtaking sea of American flags—each one representing a hero. Veterans. Active military. First responders. Loved ones who served. This isn’t just something you see… it’s something you feel. \n\nWalk among the flags\nHonor someone special\nReflect\, remember\, and give thanks\nExperience “Walking the Freedom Trail – A History of the American Flag”\n\nTake a meaningful journey through time as you explore the evolution of our nation’s flag and the story it tells about our country and its people. You can be part of this tribute by sponsoring a Flag of Honor in recognition of someone who has served or made a difference in your life. Together\, we create a place where stories are remembered\, sacrifices are honored\, and gratitude stands tall. \nSponsorships and dedications are now open! www.ftftn.org \nFriday 5/22/26 \n6:00 PM Flag Retirement Ceremony \n\nSaturday 5/23/26 – 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM: Field Open to the Public \n\n8:00 AM – Opening Ceremony – William B. Hickman\, Major General\, US Army (retired) \n8:30 AM – Ceremony of Flags (Volunteers to help place flags) \n6:00 PM Flag Retirement Ceremony \n\n\n\nSunday 5/24/26 – 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM: Field Open to the Public \n6:00 PM Flag Retirement Ceremony \n\n\n\nMonday 5/25/26 – 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM: Field Open to the Public \n5:00 PM – Closing Ceremony Rickey E. Smith\, Colonel\, US Army (retired) & 2025 Veteran Honorees \n5:15 PM – Pick Up Flags \n5:30 PM – Field Breakdown
URL:https://rutherford250events.com/event/murfreesboro-healing-field-events/
LOCATION:Stones River National Battlefied\, 3501 Old Nashville Hwy\, Murfreesboro\, TN\, 37129\, United States
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SUMMARY:2026 Stones River National Cemetery Memorial Day Flag Placement
DESCRIPTION:Help us place flags at the burial sites of more than 7\,000 heroes!\n\nScouting and other youth organizations from middle Tennessee will place American flags on more than 7\,000 graves in Stones River National Cemetery. Volunteers will park in the overflow parking area near the visitor center and check-in near the walk-in entrance to Stones River National Cemetery. No volunteer parking in the cemetery.\n\nRegistration is required at https://forms.cloud.microsoft/g/cDvg8zqbpy.\n\nVolunteers should plan on arriving by 9:30 AM to ensure they have adequate time to check-in before the event begins. Volunteers will confirm their section assignments and receive flags at check-in.
URL:https://rutherford250events.com/event/2026-stones-river-national-cemetery-memorial-day-flag-placement/
LOCATION:Stones River National Battlefied\, 3501 Old Nashville Hwy\, Murfreesboro\, TN\, 37129\, United States
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SUMMARY:America 250 Mural Mosaic "Painting Day" @ Wilderness Station
DESCRIPTION:Main Street Murfreesboro\, in partnership with Rutherford County Government and the City of Murfreesboro Parks and Recreation\, is proud to announce the USA 250 Community Mural Mosaic Project—a landmark public art initiative celebrating America’s 250th anniversary. \n\n\nThis unique project invites the community to help create “The Patriot’s Flag\,” a large-scale\, permanent mural composed of 650 individual hand-painted tiles. Designed to tell the story of Murfreesboro and Tennessee\, the mural transforms the nation’s 250th anniversary into a meaningful\, hands-on experience where residents can leave their mark on history. \n\n\nCommunity Participation Opportunities \n\n\nRather than the work of a single artist\, the mural will be a collective masterpiece created by community members of all ages. Residents are invited to participate by attending one of several painting workshops taking place throughout Rutherford County in May and June: \n\n\nMay 13: Chamber of Commerce (3050 Medical Center Pkwy.) — 10:00 AM–2:00 PM\nMay 16: Rutherford County America 250 Free Family Day\, Oakland’s City Park (900 N. Maney Ave.) — 11:00 AM–6:00 PM\nMay 17: Oaklands Mansion Free Day (901 N. Maney Ave.) — 10:00 AM–4:00 PM (Painting organized by Rutherford Arts Alliance)\nMay 22: Rutherford County Farmer’s Market (315 John R. Rice Blvd) — 7:00 AM–12:00 PM\nMay 22: Bradley Academy Event (511 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd) — 7:00 AM–12:00 PM\nMay 23: Wilderness Station (401 Volunteer Rd.) — 11:00 AM–1:00 PM\nMay 29: Cannonsburgh Village (312 S. Front St.) — 9:00 AM–12:00 PM\nJune 4: St. Clair Senior Center (325 St. Clair St.\, ages 55+) — 9:00 AM–12:00 PM\nJune 5: Friday Night Live Concert\, Public Square — 6:30–9:30 PM\nJune 6: Murfreesboro Saturday Market\, Courthouse — 8:00 AM–12:00 PM\nJune 15: Murfreesboro Medical Clinic Grand Opening (2668 Lascassas Pike) — 8:30–10:00 AM\n\n\nA Lasting Downtown Legacy \n\n\nThe completed mural will measure 8 feet by 16 feet and will be installed on the historic Shacklett’s Photography building at 105 South Church Street\, adjacent to the Rutherford County Historic Courthouse. The prominent downtown location ensures the artwork will be seen daily by residents\, workers\, and visitors alike. \n\n\nUnveiling Celebration \n\n\nThe community is invited to celebrate the unveiling of the mural on July 3 during the Friday Night Live concert featuring Entice. \n\n\nMural Reveal: 6:00 PM\nConcert: 6:30–9:30 PM\nLocation: 105 South Church Street\, downtown Murfreesboro\nBonus: The Rutherford County Courthouse Historic Museum will be open for tours from 4:30–6:30 PM\n\n\nAttendees are encouraged to bring a chair and enjoy an evening of music\, history\, and community as Murfreesboro kicks off Independence Day weekend and commemorates USA 250. \n\n\nContact Information \n\n\nFor more information\, please contact Main Street Murfreesboro at 615-895-1887 or visit www.mainstreetmurfreesboro.org.
URL:https://rutherford250events.com/event/america-250-mural-mosaic-2/
LOCATION:Wilderness Station\, 401 Volunteer Rd.\, Murfreesboro\, TN\, 37128\, United States
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SUMMARY:Self Evident Truths to a New Birth of Freedom
DESCRIPTION:Join a ranger for a 30-minute talk exploring the connections between the ideals expressed at our nation’s founding and the expansion of liberty and civil rights made possible by the struggle that gripped our country more than 80 years later. Meet at the park visitor center.
URL:https://rutherford250events.com/event/self-evident-truths-to-a-new-birth-of-freedom-3/
LOCATION:Stones River National Battlefied\, 3501 Old Nashville Hwy\, Murfreesboro\, TN\, 37129\, United States
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