Temporary Memorial Day exhibit slated to open at Military Aviation Museum

A temporary exhibit will open Friday at the Military Aviation Museum, giving visitors an opportunity to learn the meaning of Memorial Day.

The Poppy Wall of Honor, measuring 7 feet tall and 7 feet wide, will offer an interactive display outlining conflicts dating to World War I. The red poppy flower is an international symbol of remembrance of the more than 645,000 military service members who died in combat.

Through a collaboration with USAA, the exhibit will be on display at the Virginia Beach museum through June 14.

“We are honored to partner with the Military Aviation Museum this year to extend our presence with the Poppy Wall of Honor as part of their Memorial Day observance. Our commitment to helping raise awareness of the true meaning of Memorial Day remains strong and we hope visitors will appreciate the additional opportunity to pause and remember those that gave their lives in service to our country,” said retired Lt. Cmdr. Joel Vargas, military affairs representative at USAA.

The Military Aviation Museum also partnered with USAA to offer free and discounted admission to current and former service members.

From May 26-29, military members, veterans, USAA members and USAA employees will receive free admission to the Military Aviation Museum. Beginning May 30, those eligible will receive a 50% discount on admission until June 7.

The museum is at 1341 Princess Anne Road in Virginia Beach.

Caitlyn Burchett, caitlyn.burchett@virginiamedia.com