Field of Honor^®

Come see 2,000 American flags on display!

In celebration of the 250th Anniversary of the United States, the Wheaton Field of Honor proudly returns for its 5th year, offering a powerful and inspiring patriotic experience for the entire community. As our nation marks this historic milestone, this meaningful tradition provides a special opportunity to reflect on the courage, sacrifice, and service that have shaped America for two and a half centuries.

During this special five-day display, 2,000 American flags stand in perfectly aligned rows, creating a breathtaking tribute to soldiers, veterans, first responders, and personal heroes. Each flag is dedicated to an individual and represents stories of courage, sacrifice, and service. Community members and volunteers work together to create and maintain the display with the utmost care and respect.

Visitors are encouraged to stroll through the Field of Honor and experience the moving atmosphere of unity and gratitude. Nightly patriotic elements- including vocalists, bagpipers, drummers, Honor Guards, flyovers, and the playing of Taps- add to the meaningful experience and provide moments of reflection for all ages.

Join us at Seven Gables Park as we celebrate 250 years of American freedom and honor those who continue to serve and protect our nation.

If you would like to dedicate an American Flag at the Wheaton Field of Honor, please visit healingfield.org/event/wheaton-il

JUNE 30
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Pre-Show

• 6:30P Bagpipers

Opening Ceremonies

• 7:00P Welcome
• Honor Guard — Wheaton Police Department
• Pledge of Allegiance — Led by Mayor Suess
• The Star-Spangled Banner — Jim Cornelison
• ~7:10P Flyover

Program

• Reading of the Declaration of Independence — Marty Keller, Wheaton Exchange Club
• My Country, ‘Tis of Thee — Mattie Halpin
• This Land Is Your Land — Mattie Halpin
• Bill Krug Recognition
• America the Beautiful — Ella Byrnes
• Staff Sergeant Robert Miller Recognition — Amy Grant, Illinois House of Representatives
• Ragged Old Flag — John Wiedeman, Chicago Blackhawks
• Introduction of Sergeant Allen Lynch — Steve Hamilton
• Medal of Honor Citation — Steve Hamilton
• Keynote Address — Sgt. Allen Lynch, Medal of Honor Recipient

Closing

• God Bless America — Ella Byrnes
• Taps — Bob Binder
• Amazing Grace — Tunes of Glory

JULY 1
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Pre-Show

• 6:30P Bagpipers

Opening Ceremonies

• 7:00P Welcome
• Honor Guard — TBD
• Pledge of Allegiance — Boy Scout Troop 303
• The Star-Spangled Banner — Nina & Ella Schroeder
• Flyover — Weather permitting

Program

• Battle Hymn of the Republic — TBD
• God Bless the USA — TBD
• God Bless America — Kira Savegnago
• America the Beautiful — Kira Savegnago

Closing

• Taps — TBD
• Amazing Grace — Tunes of Glory

JULY 2
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Pre-Show

• 6:30P Bagpipers

Opening Ceremonies

• 7:00P Welcome
• Honor Guard — TBD
• Pledge of Allegiance — Wheaton United Players
• The Star-Spangled Banner — Amy Bishop
• Flyover — Weather permitting

Program

• Battle Hymn of the Republic — TBD
• God Bless the USA — Amy Bishop
• God Bless America — TBD
• America the Beautiful — Amy Bishop
• Wheaton Dad’s Band — TBD

Closing

• Taps — TBD
• Amazing Grace — Tunes of Glory

JULY 3
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Pre-Show

• 6:30P Bagpipers

Opening Ceremonies

• 7:00P Welcome
• Honor Guard — TBD
• Pledge of Allegiance — TBD
• The Star-Spangled Banner — Annie Ittersagen
• Flyover — Weather permitting

Program

• Battle Hymn of the Republic — Terry Shapiro
• This Land Is Your Land — Terry Shapiro
• God Bless the USA — TBD
• God Bless America — Annie Ittersagen
• America the Beautiful — Maura Sheppard

Closing

• Taps — Bob Binder
• Amazing Grace — Tunes of Glory

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To volunteer for this patriotic event, please email [email protected].

Photos by Marian Kraus Photography. All Rights Reserved.