Franklin County Visitors Bureau Launches Veteran to Cap Off America250 Commemoration
July 18, 2027
In this special year of America’s semi-quincentennial, Franklin County Visitors Bureau (FCVB) wants to take another moment to spotlight America’s 250th birthday by recognizing the Veterans of Franklin County.
The Visitors Bureau invites Franklin County residents—past and present—to help us recognize and share the county’s veterans.
FCVB will honor Veterans for Veteran’s Day, November 11th, and into Festival of Trees, November 21st to December 5th.
The Visitors Bureau invites you to share in honoring loved ones, friends, and yourself.
Help FCVB say thank you for your service.
There is no cost to participate, FCVB simply needs:
Your name, rank/title, and military branch
Years of service and military campaign(s)
Current age or if a deceased friend or loved one, dates of birth and passing
Up to 12 words of description
A digital photo or a photo FCVB can scan.
FCVB will initiate the exhibit for Veteran’s Day 2026 and will annually invite more Veterans to join in being honored.
For more information, please visit ExploreFranklinCountyPA.com or email here to share the information provided above.
For clarification or questions, please contact 717.552.2977.
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