Gov't Photo ID Now Required To Visit Arlington National Cemetery

ARLINGTON, VA -- Arlington National Cemetery increased its security posture Friday, Dec. 3 due to current conditions, according to a new post on its official Facebook page.

From now on, all visitors 16 and older will need to provide a valid state or government issued photo ID when they enter the cemetery. This includes funeral attendees, tourists and others on official business.

The public is asked to stay vigilant and report any suspicious activity to the Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall Watch Desk: 703-588-2800/2801.