Dec. 7, 2022 is the 81st Anniversary of the Japanese attack on the U.S. Navy Fleet based at Pearl Harbor.
On Wednesday, Dec. 7, 2022, American Airpower Museum hosts the annual “Dropping of the Roses” Pearl Harbor Memorial Ceremony conducted by the Long Island Air Force Association.
The American Airpower Museum has provided space for this event each year ever since the Museum opened its doors in 2000.
There will be welcome remarks by Col. (ret.) Bill Stratemeier, LIAFA. This solemn ceremony remembers all who served and perished at Pearl Harbor, and includes a special tribute to several World War II veterans who will receive certificates from Long Island elected officials.
In keeping with the “Dropping of the Roses” tradition began by Joseph Hydrusko in 1970, the blessing of 81 American Beauty Roses (including one extra white rose for 9-11) will commemorate the 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor.
The ceremony also includes color guards from the navy reserves and several veterans organizations. The chaplain will conduct a Blessing of the Roses, Taps will be played and roses presented to the pilot, who then taxis from AAM’s ramp in a vintage military aircraft and departs Republic Airport to drop the Roses over New York’s Statue of Liberty.
The public is welcome to attend our “Dropping of the Roses” Pearl Harbor Memorial Ceremony on Dec 7, 2022. Admission is free if you arrive between 10:30 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. Regular Museum admission after 12:00 p.m. is $15 for adults, $12 for seniors and veterans, $10 for kids 5 to 12. No tickets or pre-registration necessary.
Ceremonies such as this are important to help keep the history of World War II alive. Americans should never forget the contributions and sacrifices of our veterans.
The public is encouraged and invited to attend free of charge! Help support the mission of AAM and LIAFA by honoring our veterans and learning about U.S. military history. So, please join us at Hangar 3!
What? “Dropping of the Roses” at American Airpower Museum at Republic Airport
Where? Hangar 3, 1230 New Highway, Farmingdale.
When? Dec. 7, – 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.