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Memorial Weekend National Park Service Scheduled Talks

May 21, 2008

National Park Service Interpretive Rangers provide 30-minute scheduled talks daily for visitors to the Outdoor Symbolic Memorial beginning Memorial Day weekend.

Thursday, May 22
2 p.m. Between the Gates of Time
6:15 p.m. Between the Gates of Time
8:15 p.m. Between the Gates of Time

Friday, May 23
6:15 p.m. The Survivor Tree: Against All Odds
8:15 p.m. Between the Gates of Time

Saturday, May 24
11 a.m. Between the Gates of Time
2 p.m. Between the Gates of Time
6:15 p.m. The Survivor Tree: Against All Odds
8:15 p.m. Between the Gates of Time

Sunday, May 25
12:40 p.m. Between the Gates of Time
6:15 p.m. The Survivor Tree: Against All Odds
8:15 p.m. Between the Gates of Time

Monday, May 26
9:30 a.m. Every Picture Tells a Story
11 a.m. Between the Gates of Time
2 p.m. Between the Gates of Time

Between the Gates of Time explores the meaning of the iconic symbols of the Outdoor Symbolic Memorial, including the Gates of Time, Field of Empty Chairs, Reflecting Pool, Survivor Tree, Children’s Area and Memorial Fence. Visitors leave with a greater understanding of the hope and resilience of this community and this nation.

The Survivor Tree: Against All Odds
Despite many obstacles throughout its long life, this 90-plus year old American Elm has overcome the odds to become the Memorial’s symbol of hope and resilience. Come and learn about its interesting history.

Every Picture Tells A Story
Pictures help clarify the events of April 19, 1995, in this visual presentation. Held on the GSA Plaza overlooking the Outdoor Symbolic Memorial, this program helps visitors gain a deeper understanding of the bombing and its impact.

For a full schedule of daily ranger talks, visit the calendar.

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