Massing of the Colors
Fort Des Moines Museum and Education Center invites all to attend our Massing of the Colors celebration on Saturday, November 4, 2023 beginning with a free Pancake Breakfast at 8:00 a.m. followed by the ceremony at 11:00 a.m. at Franklin Jr. High Events Center in Des Moines, Iowa.
Come celebrate with us.
Since we want this event to be accessible to all, there is no charge. But donations ($10) are always welcome.
Join Pancake Breakfast
We will kick off the Massing of the Colors celebration with a Pancake Breakfast.
We invite all attendees to join us for breakfast from 8:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
Attend the Celebration
Massing of the Colors is an impressive educational event, a moving patriotic ceremony of support and remembrance, and a “must see” for all ages. The ceremony begins at 11:00 a.m.
Participate in Ceremony
We invite all color guards to participate in this moving and inspiring ceremony.
Participants are welcome to join the breakfast before ceremony preparation begins at 9:00 a.m.
The Fort Des Moines Museum and Education Center preserves, promotes, and perpetuates the sacrifice, service, and leadership of the Black Officers of World War I, the Women’s Auxiliary Army Corp (WAAC) and Women’s Army Corp (WAC) of World War II.
Museum Location
75 East Army Post Road Des Moines, IA 50315
Contact Us
515-400-3678
info@fortdesmoines.museum
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