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REMEMBER the Fallen. HONOR those who Serve. TEACH our children the value of Freedom.

Welcome to Team Tidewater's Wreaths Across America Page. 

On December 14, 2024 (See location pages for ceremony and wreath placement details) Team Tidewater will help Hampton National Cemetery to Remember and Honor our veterans by laying Remembrance wreaths on the graves of our country's fallen heroes.

Please help us honor and remember as many fallen heroes as possible by sponsoring remembrance wreaths, volunteering on National Wreaths Across America Day, or inviting your family and friends to attend and participate with you. 

Thank you very much for your support of Team Tidewater, Wreaths Across America, and for honoring the sacrifices of our fallen service members and Gold Star families around the world.  

Emily and Laura 

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Click "Sponsor Wreaths" to sponsor a wreath and help us reach our goal of honoring every veteran at the cemetery.

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Volunteer

Click here if you would like to participate in the wreath laying ceremony on Wreaths Day at the cemetery.

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The Mobile Education Exhibit's Schedule

Visit the Mobile Education Exhibit in your community!

FASTPORT and Tenstreet Support the Annual Wreaths Across America Appreciation Dinner

The event celebrates the efforts of millions of volunteers and supporters nationwide; the highlight of the evening will be the keynote speaker, Medal of Honor Recipient, former Staff Sgt. Clint Romesha

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Memory
by Betty Maxwell for Ralph Coleman Owen, Navy, Honored by Hampton National Cemetery

In loving memory of my special Uncle, Ralph Coleman Owen, was loved so much by all!

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In Memoriam
by Betty Maxwell for George Harold Gosney, Army, Sargent, Honored by Hampton National Cemetery

In memory of my father, George H. Gosney, a faithful soldier and my hero, who loved his country and his family with all his heart. He will remain in my heart forever!

Check out 16 "Remember" recent messages from our supporters. Click "View Remember Wall" to see them all.

Location Information

VAHNCV - Hampton National Cemetery
Hampton National Cemetery
Cemetery Rd At Marshall Ave
Hampton, VA 23669, United States
Click here for the Hampton National Cemetery Page

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December 14, 2024 at 12:00 pm (Wreath Placement Immediately Following Ceremony)

Christina Rowley, Maribel Beckwith

Directions to Cemetery

Please follow these Driving Directions and Parking Instructions:

I-64 Eastbound: take exit 267 Settlers Landing Rd & Hampton Univ, four lane exit ramp, be in second lane from the left, through first traffic light, very short distance to second traffic light, turn left onto Emancipation Dr

I-64 Westbound: take exit 267 Woodland Rd & Hampton Univ, at end of exit ramp turn left at traffic light, go under !-64, turn left at traffic light, very short distance to second traffic light, turn left onto Emancipation Dr

Parking available at Hampton University in Lot 11 at Convocation Center (with blue roof)

Do not park in any reserved parking spaces

Use sidewalk to proceed to Hampton VA Cemetery


WREATH REMOVAL HAS BEEN SCHEDULED FOR SATURDAY, January 13, 2024 at 10.00 AM.  If you are able to do so, please bring a pole to stack the wreaths.

Parking Instructions

Parking available at Hampton University in Lot 11 at Convocation Center (with blue roof)

Do not park in any reserved parking spaces

Use sidewalk to proceed to Hampton VA Cemetery


**Please note: Volunteers will not be able to enter through the Hampton University Guard Gate.

Ceremony and Volunteer Information

We are happy that you are willing to help with our Wreath Across America ceremony at Hampton National Cemetery. Please do not forget to register to volunteer! That way you will get all updates about the cemetery itself.

Here are some things to remember about the ceremony:

  • Everyone of all ages and backgrounds is welcome.
  • Please help ensure that all participants get the opportunity to place a wreath.
  • Please follow the location coordinators instructions on where to place wreaths, as well as "how" they should be placed.
  • We especially appreciate volunteers willing to help clean-up. Please check in with the location coordinator if you are interested in helping with the clean-up.

The most important thing to remember is to have a wonderful experience participating in the ceremony and thank you so much for help Wreaths achieve our mission to remember, honor and teach.

Our Locations

VAHNCV - Hampton National Cemetery

Welcome to Hampton National Cemetery's page and thank you for helping us with our goal to honor as many veterans as possible on Wreaths Across America Day, December 14, 2024 (Wreath Placement Immediately Following Ceremony). Please click "View" to learn more about our effort or to "Sponsor" to purchase wreaths that will be laid on the graves of our fallen heroes by our loyal volunteers.