A Veteran Friendly City
This Memorial Day, experience the various ways Broken Arrow honors its local heroes.
Military History Center
112 N Main St • 918-794-2712 • Website
Veterans Park
1111 S Main St
Veterans Center
1117 S Main St • 918-802-3660 • Website
Main Street Tradition
418 S Main St
Floral Haven on Memorial Day
6500 S Olive Ave • 918-505-7254 • Website
Military History Center
112 N Main St • 918-794-2712 • Website
In 2012, the City of Broken Arrow offered the Center’s current location on Main Street in the Rose District as a permanent home for a collection assembled by Col. Robert W. Powell. On November 11, 2014, the Center celebrated its first anniversary in its current location. The collection has grown over the years and is open to all who are interested in learning more about our nation's military history.
As a hub of patriotism in Broken Arrow, the Military History Center boasts a collection of military artifacts and stories of patriotism and valor. Each weapon, uniform, or piece of memorabilia holds the story of the person who used it in combat or in service of our nation. Come visit and experience the rich history and honor of our military.
Closed on Sunday, Monday, and the major Federal Holidays. Open on Mondays during the summer months.
Adults- $5.00 Members and Children under 18 – Free
Veterans Park
1111 S Main St
In the “heart” of Broken Arrow, right on Main Street, is a symbol of the city’s commitment to veterans. At Veterans Park, you will find the following memorials:
War At Home Memorial: Veterans Lost to Suicide
American Patriot: Broken Arrow Veterans
Korean War Memorial
Vietnam Veterans Memorial
Blue Star Mothers
Gold Star Families
Women of War
LT. COL. Ernest Childers
Within Veterans Park is the Mission 22 War at Home memorial. Mission 22 is an organization dedicated to ending veteran suicide. Every day, 22 veterans take their own lives. Let's work together to raise awareness and provide support for those who have served our country.
Veterans Center
1117 S Main St • 918-802-3660 • Website
The 4,600-square-foot facility includes offices for local chapters of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, the American Legion, Vietnam Veterans, the Military Order of the Purple Heart, and the Blue Star Mothers.
The facility features a conference room, banquet hall, catering kitchen, and outdoor patio, all of which are available to the public for event rentals, with a special discount for veteran organizations.
Main Street Tradition
418 S Main St
Honoring those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Check out the Memorial Day banners on Main Street in the Rose District, featuring the names and photos of local heroes who have dedicated their lives to service. Let's take a moment to remember and thank them for their bravery and sacrifice. Each Memorial Day and Veterans Day the Military History Center organizes this effort. To participate, reach out to them at (918) 794-2712.
Floral Haven on Memorial Day
6500 S Olive Ave • 918-505-7254 • Website
Each year Floral Haven creates a stunning display of patriotism and honor through their countless raised flags over Memorial Day weekend. Check out the various events they will be holding in honor of our nation's heroes:
Weekend Schedule: Thursday, May 25 • 10:00 AM
Volunteers from American Legion Post#308 place small flags on Veterans' grave sites throughout the cemetery. (If your loved one's grave was missed by these Veteran Volunteers, please stop by the office or an information tent to obtain a flag).
Friday, May 26 • 10:00 AM
The Raising of the Avenue Of Flags At Floral HavenThe 4,325 Casket Flags of Veterans donated in years past will be raised by Cadets from the area Public Schools JROTC Programs, Family Members, and Floral Haven Staff.
Saturday, May 27 • 10:00 AM
Memorial Day Weekend Observance Program and the Raising of the newly Donated Veterans' Flags
Saturday, May 27 - Monday, May 29
Collection of Items for Freedom Boxes for our Troops Serving in the War Zones -Funeral Home and Information Tents sponsored by Broken Arrow Blue Star Mothers Ch 5.
Saturday, May 27 - Monday, May 29
The Changing of the Guard at The Tomb Of The Unknown Soldiers Youth on Guard will reenact the "Changing of the Guard" at the replica of the Tomb of the Unknowns west of Floral Haven Funeral Home. They will be performing this solemn ceremony 24 hours a day (every half hour during the daytime and every hour at night) beginning at 1:00 PM Saturday.
Saturday, May 27 - Monday, 29
Reading of the Honor Roll
Saturday at 1:00 PM & 4:00 PM and Sunday & Monday at 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM, & 4:00 PM the names of all of the Veterans buried at Floral Haven during this past year will be read over the Veterans Field Carillon Tower.
Monday, May 29 • 3:00 PM
National Moment of RemembranceThe White House Commission on Remembrance, an independent, bipartisan executive branch agency, asks that everyone in the United States observe one minute of silence at 3:00 PM on Memorial Day, in remembrance and tribute to those who have fallen, those who have served, those who are still serving and their families.
Monday, May 29 • 5:00 PM
The Retiring Of the Colors