Branson is proud of its commitment to patriotism and honoring those who have served our country. This year, the community will come together to mark the 23rd anniversary of the tragic events of September 11, 2001, with solemn ceremonies at College of the Ozarks and Branson Landing.
College of the Ozarks: “A Place of Honor”
A special 9/11 ceremony will take place on Wednesday, September 11, at 9 a.m. at College of the Ozarks. This gathering aims to honor the lives lost during the tragic attacks of September 11, 2001. The ceremony will be held at the Lest We Forget 9/11 Memorial, situated next to the Point Lookout Fire Department on James Forsythe Drive, within the college campus.
Special guest Sonja Maria Lohmeyer, a U.S. Navy Reserve Captain and CEO of Assuage Leadership and Strategic Planning, will share her personal experiences from Washington, D.C. on 9/11.
The ceremony will also feature remarks from General James P. Schreffler, live music from the College of the Ozarks Concert Band, the raising of the 9/11 National Remembrance Flag, a presentation by fifth-grade students from the S. Truett Cathy Lower School, and a symbolic volley led by Fire Chiefs Ted Martin and Chris Berndt.
The public is warmly invited to attend.
Branson Landing: Honoring America’s Strength
The 9/11 Branson Remembers ceremony will take place at Branson Landing from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. on September 11th, in front of the fountains. Hosted by The Brett Family and the Branson Veterans Task Force, this moving ceremony honors the lives forever changed by the events of 9/11/01.
The ceremony will pay tribute to the nearly three thousand lives lost, along with the heroic actions of first responders and military personnel. Everyone is invited to attend this free event, which is designed to serve as a time of healing, remembrance, and reflection.
A Community United in Remembrance
The 9/11 ceremonies in Branson are more than mere events; they reflect the community’s steadfast support for the men and women who serve our country and protect our freedoms. Whether you attend the ceremony at College of the Ozarks, at Branson Landing, or visit one of Branson’s memorials, these gatherings offer a chance to reflect, remember, and pay tribute to the bravery and selflessness shown on that unforgettable day.
We warmly invite all residents and visitors of Branson to join the community in remembering those we lost, supporting our heroes, and standing united as a community that values freedom, resilience, and patriotism.
