Henderson is now accepting nominations for military veterans to be added to the city’s Veterans Memorial Wall before this year’s annual Veterans Day Ceremony. The ceremony is scheduled for November 7, 2026, and the city is giving families and community members time to submit names, verify eligibility, and allow for engraving before the event.
This is one of those local traditions that really matters. Henderson’s Veterans Memorial Wall, located adjacent to Henderson City Hall, already bears the names of more than 2,000 veterans and soldiers who have served the country. Each name represents a person, a family, a story, and a connection to this community.
To qualify, a veteran must have been a Henderson resident during a period of their military service. Nominations must include documentation verifying both years of service and residency, so families should gather those materials before submitting an application.
A few key details stand out:
Henderson is accepting nominations for the Veterans Memorial Wall
Names will be considered ahead of the November 7 Veterans Day Ceremony
The wall is located adjacent to Henderson City Hall
More than 2,000 names are currently listed
Veterans must have been Henderson residents during a period of service
Documentation is required for service years and residency
Nomination deadline is September 25, 2026
The deadline allows time for evaluation, approval, and engraving
Veterans may be honored in one of six categories
The six recognition categories include Korean War veterans, deceased veterans, Vietnam veterans, Persian Gulf War veterans, Global War on Terror veterans, and veterans killed in action. That range helps honor service across generations, conflicts, and eras of military history.
I also think it is meaningful that the wall has grown so much over time. It was originally inscribed with 1,213 names, and today it includes more than 2,000. That growth shows just how many Henderson residents have served, and how important it is to continue preserving those names for future generations.
My take is this: Henderson’s Veterans Memorial Wall is more than a monument — it is a public record of service, sacrifice, and community pride. If your family has an eligible veteran who lived in Henderson during their service, this is a meaningful opportunity to make sure their name and legacy are honored.
Important Nomination Information
Program: Henderson Veterans Memorial Wall nominations
Location: Adjacent to Henderson City Hall
Event: Annual Veterans Day Ceremony
Ceremony Date: November 7, 2026
Nomination Deadline: September 25, 2026
Eligibility: Veteran must have been a Henderson resident during a period of military service
Required Documentation: Verification of years of service and Henderson residency
Recognition Categories: Korean War veterans, deceased veterans, Vietnam veterans, Persian Gulf War veterans, Global War on Terror veterans, and veterans killed in action
Current Wall: More than 2,000 names of veterans and soldiers
Original Wall: 1,213 names
Local Takeaway: Families and community members have until September 25 to submit eligible veterans for consideration before names are reviewed, approved, and engraved for the November ceremony.
