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The Michigan Veterans' Memorial Park Commission was established by authority of Public Act 234 of 1988 and Executive Order 2001-10.
The Michigan Veterans' Memorial Park & Vietnam Monument is a public memorial honoring those who have served in the United States Military. The Michigan Veterans' Memorial Park Commission is responsible for establishing procedures for the use of the Memorial Park and Monument which is managed and maintained by DTMB.
Lindell Holm
Email: holmL1@michigan.gov
John Juarez
Email: juarezj@michigan.gov
Vacant, Assistant to the Commission
Vacant, Commissioner
Andrew Cosgrove
Email: cosgr1@star.lcc.edu
Gary Quinn
Email: gcq113211@gmail.com
Robert Price
Email: robertpricesr135@gmail.com
Gregory Havrilcsak
Email: greghav@umich.edu
2024 MEETING SCHEDULE
April 8, 2024 - MEETING NOTES
December 11, 2023 - MEETING NOTES
October 16, 2023 - MEETING NOTES
August 21, 2023 - MEETING NOTES
April 17, 2023 - MEETING NOTES
March 20, 2023 - MEETING NOTES
August 22, 2022 - MEETING NOTES
April 18, 2022 - MEETING NOTES
February 28, 2022 - MEETING NOTES
December 6, 2021 - MEETING NOTES
June 21, 2021 - MEETING NOTES
If you would like to conduct an event at the Michigan Veterans' Memorial Park, please print and fill out the DTMB Event Request Form. Please review all guidelines referenced in Section 3. Completed forms should be returned to: DTMB-Events-Coordinator@michigan.gov.
The purpose of these guidelines, appendices, schedules, and other associated requirement documents is to provide guidance on the appropriate design, size, and procedures for the acceptance of donation of memorials to the Michigan Veterans' Memorial Park Commission (MVMPC). The Michigan Veterans' Memorial Park is maintained as a place of honor and memory where veterans and visitors can sense the serenity, historic sacrifice, and nobility of purpose of those who have served our nation in the military. These documents contain criteria and information to instruct Donor Organizations, the MVMPC, and DTMB on the donation and acceptance of Memorial Monuments, including the Application Process regarding proposals, installation, approval, and reporting of donations of Memorial Monuments.
If you have questions regarding the application process, please contact:
John Juarez, Commissioner
Email: juarezj@michigan.gov
Dana Schafer, Assistant to the Commission
Email: schaferd1@michigan.gov
MVMP Monument Application Process
MVMP Monument Application Checklist
MVMP Monument Application Cover Page
The Michigan Vietnam Monument honors the Michigan residents who served and those who died in the Vietnam War during the 1960s-1975.
Designed by New York architect Alan Gordon, the monument features an arc-shaped steel wall that is 120 feet long and 10 feet high. It is suspended three feet above the ground, supported by a steel tension cable.
The names of casualties from Michigan are listed by county in alphabetical order on 15 lighted plaques made of brushed steel. Names of those Missing in Action (MIA) at the time of construction are bracketed with asterisks. An alphabetical list of names in an engraved book and a scale model are located near the northwest entrance to the monument. At the east end a plaque describes the purpose of the memorial. The years "1959" and "1975" appear on the back side of the steel wall, defining beginning and ending dates.
Opposite the wall, an arc-shaped bench includes metal plates to represent casualties from U.S. states and territories, plus those who are unknown.
The monument is located in Michigan Veterans Memorial Park, located in downtown Lansing near the Hall of Justice building
Directions to the park, with a map.
VMC Mission Statement
The Michigan Vietnam Monument Project is an opportunity to recognize, honor, and learn from both the Michigan residents who served, and from those who, by death, missing in action, or prisoner of war sacrificed their life in Vietnam.
The Monument is intended to provide a place for future generations to reflect upon America's longest and most controversial war, one that divided the nation, and was fought by soldiers whose average was 19 years.
Completion of construction will continue the healing process for the Vietnam veterans, their family members, and the countless numbers of individuals and organizations who were profoundly affected by this war.
The monument's dedication will provide the "welcome home"
Bypassed during the turmoil of that time. To this end we dedicate our labors,
And invite the State and the Nation to join in this task.
Michigan Vietnam Monument Commissioners
November 11, 2001
The MVMP Commission would like to thank the Michigan Supreme Court Learning Center for creating the following informational guide about the Michigan Vietnam Veterans Monument:
Michigan Vietnam Veterans Monument Teacher-Led Activities
The beginning of the New Year is a good time to look ahead at important military holiday dates in the upcoming months. There are many dates and observances set aside specifically to recognize military members and their families throughout the year.
While all of us at Homes For Our Troops believe in honoring Veterans and Servicemembers every day, we have compiled a list of significant military dates to mark on your calendar for 2024.
Feb. 3, 2024 – Four Chaplains Day – A day to remember the four U.S. Army chaplains who made the ultimate sacrifice when the USAT Dorchester sank during World War II.
Feb. 19, 2024 – Coast Guard Reserve Birthday
March 3, 2024 – Navy Reserve Birthday
March 13, 2024 – K-9 Veterans Day – The date is the official birthday of the United States K9 Corps and a day to honor their service.
March 25, 2024 – Medal of Honor Day – A holiday to honor the heroism and sacrifice of Medal of Honor recipients for the United States.
March 29, 2024– Vietnam Veterans Day – A national holiday to recognize and honor Veterans who served in the military during the Vietnam War. The Michigan Vietnam Monument, located on Michigan Veterans Memorial Park in Lansing, honors the Michigan residents who served and those who died in the Vietnam War during the 1959 – 1975 time period. Learn more about Michigan's Vietnam Veterans Monument here.
April 5, 2024 – Gold Star Spouses Day – A day dedicated to those whose spouses gave their lives while serving in the U.S. military or as a result of service-connected injuries or illness.
April 14, 2024 – Air Force Reserve Birthday
April 23, 2024 – Army Reserve Birthday
May 1, 2024 – Silver Star Banner Day – Per Congressional resolution, it is an “Official Day to honor wounded, ill, and injured Veterans”.
May 10, 2024 – Military Spouse Appreciation Day – This date recognizes the service and sacrifices of military spouses.
May 13, 2024 – Children of Fallen Patriots Day – A day to honor the children left behind by the brave men and women who gave their lives while defending our freedom.
May 18, 2024 – Armed Forces Day – Observed on the third Saturday every May, this is a day dedicated to paying tribute to men and women currently serving in the U.S. Armed Forces.
May 27, 2024 – Memorial Day – A solemn occasion to honor the men and women who died while serving in the military.
June 6, 2024 – Anniversary of the World War II – Allied invasion in Normandy, France, now known as D-Day.
June 14, 2024 – Flag Day – A day to celebrate the adoption of the U.S. flag.
June 14, 2024 – Army Birthday
June 23, 2024 – Coast Guard Auxiliary Birthday
June 27, 2024 – National PTSD Awareness Day – A day to bring awareness about issues related to PTSD.
July 4, 2024 – Independence Day
July 27, 2024 – Korean War Veterans Armistice Day
Aug. 4, 2024 – Coast Guard Birthday
Aug. 7, 2022 – Purple Heart Day – A time for Americans to pause to remember and honor the brave men and women who were either wounded on the battlefield or paid the ultimate sacrifice. Michigan has honored these services members with the Michigan Purple Heart Memorial, which is located next to the Michigan Vietnam Veterans Monument. Learn more about National Purple Heart Day.
Aug. 29, 2024 – Marine Forces Reserve Birthday
Sept. 11, 2024 – Patriot Day – An annual observance to remember and honor those who were injured or killed during the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks.
Sept. 18, 2024 – Air Force Birthday
Sept. 20, 2024 – POW/MIA Recognition Day
Sept. 29, 2024 – Gold Star Mother’s and Family’s Day – A day to honor the families of fallen Servicemembers.
Oct. 13, 2024 – Navy Birthday
Oct. 26, 2024 – National Day of the Deployed
Nov. 10, 2024 – Marine Corps Birthday
Nov. 11, 2024 – Veterans Day – This is the anniversary of the signing of the armistice treaty, which ended World War I and is also a day to thank military Veterans for their service.
Dec. 7, 2024 – Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day – The anniversary of the day Japan attacked Pearl Harbor, Hawaii, signaling the United States’ entrance into World War II.
Dec. 13, 2024 – National Guard Birthday
Dec. 20, 2024- Space Force birthday
The MVMP Commission would like to thank the Homes For Our Troops (HFOT) for developing the list of “IMPORTANT MILITARY HOLIDAYS AND OBSERVANCES FOR 2024”
