Athens, Alabama | November 6 - 9, 2025
The Wall That Heals will be on display at Athens State University (415 E Hobbs Street, Athens) beginning November 6 and will be open 24 hours a day until closing at 2 PM on November 9. The exhibit is free and open to the public.
Presented by:
City of Athens, Limestone County Commission, and the Limestone County Legislative Delegation
In Conjunction with:
Athens State University and the Alabama Veterans Museum
About
The Wall That Heals Exhibit
The Wall That Heals is a three-quarter scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C., along with a mobile education center. The traveling exhibit honors the more than 3 million Americans who served in the U.S. Armed Forces in the Vietnam War, and it bears the names of the 58,281 men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in Vietnam.
The Wall That Heals
Exhibit Features
The replica is 375 feet in length and stands 7.5 feet high at its tallest point. Visitors experience The Wall that Heals rising above them as they walk towards the apex, a key feature of the design of The Wall in D.C.
The Mobile
Education Center
The 53-foot trailer that carries The Wall That Heals transforms to become a mobile education center. The exterior of the trailer features a timeline of “The War and The Wall” and provides additional information about the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. Additional exhibits give visitors a better understanding of the legacy of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial and the collection of items left at The Wall.
Escort Route
Join us along the escort route to cheer on the arrival of The Wall That Heals! The Wall That Heals will travel from the public boat launch in Rogersville (just across the Elk River) down Highway 72 East into Athens. The escort will then travel South on Highway 31 before making a left on Hobbs Street and arriving at the Athens State University campus.
FAQS
Frequently Ask Questions
Quick answers to questions you may have.
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Where will The Wall That Heals be displayed in Athens, Alabama?
The Wall That Heals will be located on Beasley Field on the campus of Athens State University (along Hobbs Street).
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Is there a charge to visit The Wall That Heals?
No, visiting The Wall That Heals is completely free and is open to the public 24 hours a day beginning on November 6 until closing at 2:00 PM on November 9.
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Is there support for disabled individuals at The Wall That Heals?
Yes, handicap parking is available, and volunteers are available to assist those with mobility issues.
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Will there be any food or beverage vendors set up at the event site?
No, but there are many food and beverage options located on the historic square nearby in downtown Athens.
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Where do I park when visiting the exhibit?
Parking is available on the Athens State campus in the parking lots to the East and West of Beasley Field, including behind Carter Gymnasium. Additional parking can be found in lots along Pryor Street and across Hobbs Street at the College Street Centre.
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Can I sign up to volunteer with The Wall That Heals?
Yes! Volunteers are needed to make this exhibit a success. Please see the "Volunteer" tab linked above.
Contact Us
Get in touch
Feel free to ask questions
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Event Location
415 E Hobbs Street, Athens, AL 35611
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Email Address
communications@athens.edu
