Honor their sacrifice
The Field is being staged by the Stoneham Veterans Committee, with the nonprofit Friends of Stoneham Veterans and a host of volunteers. Proceeds will benefit the Stoneham Veterans' Emergency Fund, anti-suicide efforts, and other veteran causes.
Veterans' Day 2023 Field of Honor ®
2023 will see a fourth annual Field of Honor® in Stoneham to recognize the efforts of service members, military veterans, & first responders Hundreds of full-sized flags will wave in formation on the lawn in front of the Stoneham Central Middle School at 101 Central Street from November 3 through November 12th, 2023. The installation will be lit, and Taps is played each evening at 5 pm.
The display is free for the public to attend and draw inspiration as they walk between the flags displaying the names and stories of honorees. There are still opportunities to sponsor and dedicate flags to recognize the heroism of your friends and family in keeping the public safe.
The Veteran's Day ceremony on Nov. 11 will be held at Stoneham Town Hall (35 Central St. Stoneham, Mass) at 10:30 am, followed by the Veterans Day Road Race at 11:30.
In addition, the Stoneham Historical Society & Museum is having a special opening Nov. 11 from 11:30 am to 2 pm of its exhibit “Vietnam: From Hometown to Hanoi”. Free admission. 36 William St, Stoneham.
How do I dedicate a flag?
You can sponsor a flag directly with an order from this website. We will be preordering flags, so there will only be a limited amount for purchase at the Field itself.
We Are Grateful for Our Sponsors
Our previous sponsors made it possible for us to host our first events. We thank those joining us for 2023.
