Chesterfield to Hold Annual Veterans Day Ceremony November 11
TL;DR: Chesterfield County will hold its annual Veterans Day ceremony on November 11 at the County Fairgrounds, featuring keynote speaker Marian Mills and the theme "America 250: Revolutionary Resilience and Resolve."
Quick facts
- Who: Chesterfield County and Chesterfield Historical Society of Virginia
- What: Annual Veterans Day ceremony with keynote, patriotic music, and vendors
- When: Wednesday, November 11, 2 p.m.
- Where: Vietnam Veterans Memorial Building Exhibition Hall, County Fairgrounds, 10300 Courthouse Road
The story
Chesterfield County will honor the service and sacrifice of military veterans at its annual Veterans Day ceremony on November 11 at 2 p.m. The event takes place at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Building Exhibition Hall at the County Fairgrounds, 10300 Courthouse Road.
This year's ceremony carries the theme "America 250: Revolutionary Resilience and Resolve," reflecting on the nation's founding principles and enduring capacity to overcome adversity. The theme is part of the nationwide America 250 initiative marking the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence.
Board of Supervisors Chair Dr. Mark Miller will provide remarks at the ceremony. The keynote speaker is Marian Mills, a disabled Army veteran, mental health advocate, and founder of Depression Proof Your Life. The Thomas Dale High School Band will perform patriotic musical selections throughout the event.
The ceremony is co-hosted by Chesterfield County and the Chesterfield Historical Society of Virginia. The public is invited to attend, and vendors and exhibitors will be present at the event.
Key players
- Dr. Mark Miller: Board of Supervisors Chair, providing remarks
- Marian Mills: Keynote speaker, Army veteran and mental health advocate
- Thomas Dale High School Band: Performing patriotic musical selections
- Chesterfield County: Co-host of ceremony
- Chesterfield Historical Society of Virginia: Co-host of ceremony
Key dates
- 2026-11-11: Annual Veterans Day Ceremony, 2 p.m. at County Fairgrounds
Why it matters: The ceremony provides a dedicated opportunity for Chesterfield residents to honor and recognize the contributions of local military veterans. Featuring a keynote speaker focused on veteran mental health also underscores an important issue affecting the veteran community.
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Development timeline
- 2026-11-11Chesterfield County Veterans Day Ceremony: Annual ceremony at County Fairgrounds with keynote by Army veteran Marian Mills, remarks by Board Chair Dr. Mark Miller, and musical performance by Thomas Dale High School Band [source]
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