History of Veteran’s Day
History of Veteran’s Day
History of Veteran’s Day
Veterans Day was first known as Armistice Day. Armistice Day was established by President Woodrow Wilson in 1919, in honor of the signing of the Armistice to end World War I. The signing took place at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month in 1918, giving significance to the day and time. President Dwight D. Eisenhower changed the name of the celebration to Veterans Day in 1954 at the end of the Korean War to honor all Veterans. Today, Veterans Day is observed in the United States on November 11, and is both a federal and state holiday.
In Arizona, Honoring America’s Veterans or HAV is the proud sponsor of the Phoenix Veterans Day Parade. HAV is a 501 (c) (3) organization and is operating this event in its private capacity as an organization. HAV works with the City of Phoenix who provides support to the event with city street services, Police and Fire assistance and other ancillary services.
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- Recurrence:
- Recurring weekly on Tuesday, Thursday
- Step Into Holiday Magic at the Historic Harrington House
The Holiday Exhibit opens Tuesday, October 28th, and runs through December 18th. Don’t miss your chance to celebrate the season in one of Amarillo’s most cherished historic homes. Come see the holiday masterpiece created by the Harrington family, building on the legacy of the Landergins. This historic home showcases timeless elegance and tradition. Each tour provides visitors with a meaningful and memorable experience. Visit us before the season ends.
We look forward to sharing this holiday treasure with you.
Tour Information:
Tours are available Tuesdays and Thursdays, every half hour from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM
Each tour lasts about 50 minutes and covers three floors.
Tours are limited to four people.
Minimum age is 14 years; guests under 18 must be with an adult.
Admission is free.
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Diadria Robinson-Moore MBA, CHW, CPST
Program Specialist III
Texas Department of State Health Services
Community Health Improvement
3407 Pony Express Way
Amarillo, TX 79118
Cell Phone: (806) 500-8032
Office Phone: (806) 477-1148
Diadria.Robinson@dshs.texas.gov
Open from September 20th – January 9th at the Don Harrington Discovery Center.
Calling young artists and inventors! Immerse yourself in the mind of Leonardo da Vinci– building, sketching, testing, and designing, just like the “Renaissance Man” himself. Hands-on activity tables explore his contributions to art, science, anatomy and engineering. Will you recreate da Vinci’s work, or add an exciting twist that’s all your own?
Included with membership or general admission.
Leonardo’s Lab, a traveling exhibit, was developed by Carnegie Science Center (Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania) and produced in partnership with the Sciencecenter (Ithaca, New York).
- Price:
- 17.95 Adults 15.95 Kids (3-13)
- Time:
- 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM
- Recurrence:
- Recurring weekly on Thursday, Friday, Saturday
| JOIN US FOR OUR NOV/DEC ISSUE LAUNCH PARTY!
You are invited to a public launch party celebrating our new issue! Join us next Tuesday, Nov. 11, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Stoex Design Gallery (723 S. Georgia). Stoex is the former home of Beck Boots, one of our profiled bootmakers in the latest issue. Meet these artisans at this free event, along with our contributors and advertisers. Enjoy food trucks, a custom wrapping paper workshop with the Amarillo Art Institute, holiday bow-making lessons, and even Western-themed flash tattoos!
Admission: Bring a new toy or wrapping supplies to benefit the toy giveaway entities we feature in this issue. |