Waltham's Vietnam Veterans Moving Wall: Volunteers Needed

Waltham, MA – The Vietnam Veterans Memorial Moving Wall is coming to Waltham in August.

The half-sized replica of the Washington, D.C. monument will be on display from Aug. 10 to 15 at the Grove Street entrance of Gore Place.

The idea for the moving wall originated in 1982, when Vietnam veteran John Devitt set out to bring the experience of the wall to those not able to take the trip to Washington, D.C. Together with Norris Shears, Gerry Haver, and other Vietnam veteran volunteers, Devitt built the moving wall.

Volunteers are needed to remain at the wall overnight, as it will be open 24 hours a day. A minimum three hour shift is required.

To volunteer, please contact Diane at dianeleblancatlarge@yahoo.com or at 781-526-1285.

Photo of Washington, D.C. monument via Flickr user Harris Walker, licensed under Creative Commons Attribution 2.0