Dignified Disposal of Colors
June 14, 2025 7:30 PM –8:00 PM
Overview
On Flag Day, June 14, 2025, American Legion Post 34, along with Port of Kennewick, City of Kennewick, Kennewick High School Jr. ROTC Color Guard, Kennewick Police Department, and Kennewick Fire Department invites the community to bring worn or damaged U.S. flags to Columbia Park for respectful and proper retirement during a special ceremony.
The demonstration ceremony involves a dignified disposal of colors by burning thirteen worn or damaged U.S. flags. The remainder of any worn or damaged flags donated for retirement will be taken offsite for proper disposal.
The event will take place in Columbia Park at the Regional Veterans Memorial. The event is free and open to the public.
The goal of the event is to show and share proper disposal of the American flag in a respectful and dignified manner. The American Legion will be speaking about the importance of, and respect for, the American flag as well as its traditions and customs. Port of Kennewick Commission President, Skip Novakovich, will lead the Pledge of Allegiance.
