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A Memorial Day ceremonywas hosted by Post 594.  It included short speeches, music and Taps.  The event was held at the Eagan Tribute and Memorial Plaza starting at 2:00 pm.

Local musician Luke Spehar held a “Never Forget Memorial Day Concert” concert at the Central Park Bandshell from 12:30 pm to 1:45 pm. Luke’s brother, Nick, was killed in Afghanistan, and the concert is a tribute to him and all… Continue Reading →

At 10:20 on Memorial Day (5/29/2023) Post 594 held a service at the Christ Lutheran Church Cemetery, 1930 Diffley Road, Eagan, MN 55122.

At 10:00 on May 29, 2023, Post 594 held a Memorial Day service at the St. John’s Eagantown Cemetery, 4198 Blackhawk Rd, Eagan, 55122. The cemetery is host to three veterans. The service this year included an impromptu flyover of… Continue Reading →

The Daniel R. Olsen Eagan American Post 594 volunteers performed street clean up along Duckwood Drive in Eagan on Saturday, April 29.  The volunteers picked up lots of trash that included an abundance of car parts from the roadsides and… Continue Reading →

In April, Minnesotans across the state celebrate the “Month of the Military Child.” It is estimated that more than 23,000 children in Minnesota have at least one parent or guardian currently serving on military duty. In recognition of their sacrifice,… Continue Reading →

What is The Wall That Heals? It is a three-quarter scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C., that travels across the country. The exhibit honors the more than 3 million Americans who served in the U.S. armed… Continue Reading →

In 2009, the House passed HF433/SF236, which designated March 25 as Medal of Honor Day. Sponsored by Rep. Mike Obermueller (DFL-Eagan) and Sen. Jim Carlson (DFL-Eagan), the bill honors Minnesotans who have received the Congressional Medal of Honor, which was… Continue Reading →