Days Until The Memorial
7,470 Boots. 1 Unbroken Promise
The Boots of Honor Memorial | Franklin, TN | May 16 – 20, 2026 🥾
They stood watch for us. Now, we stand for them.
For the first time in Tennessee, Memories of Honor is bringing the sacred grounds of our military bases into the heart of our community. This is more than an exhibit; it is a living history—a sea of 7,470 combat boots, each representing a hero who gave everything in service to our nation.
We would like to thank our shipping partner, Jones Logistics, for their careful, loving hands in powering the memorial's move from its former home behind military gates to its new home in Franklin, TN.
👣 Walk Among the Stories
We invite you to join us at Bicentennial Park to walk the line of sacrifice. From sunup to sundown, experience the quiet power of thousands of stories told through the boots they wore and the legacy they left behind.
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When: May 16th – 20th, 2026
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Where: Bicentennial Park, Franklin, TN
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Admission: Always Free. Always Open to All.
🕯️ Community Day of Remembrance 🕯️
DATE: Sunday, May 17th
TIME: Noon-3 PM
ACTIVITIES:
- Live Music
- Food Trucks
- Ceremonies
- Veteran and Surviving Family Resources
🛡️ Two Ways to Stand Guard
1. Become a 1776 Guardian 🇺🇸
(Monthly Donation)
Post: Anywhere in the USA. Commitment: $17.76 per month. For just $17.76 per month, you become an official 1776 Guardian. Your recurring gift is the lifeblood of the memorial, ensuring:
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Preservation: You provide the professional care and archival storage needed to keep the boots "inspection-ready".
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Presence: You fund the logistics to keep this memorial on the road, reaching communities across America.
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Promise: You help us grow this collection to honor the fallen from every era of our nation's history.
2. Become a Watchman 🛡️
(Local Volunteer)
Post: Bicentennial Park, Franklin, TN. Commitment: Your time (May 16–20). We are looking for 150 dedicated "Watchmen" to serve as the heartbeat of the Franklin exhibit. This is a volunteer role with no financial requirement.
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The Duty: Stand watch over the 7,470 boots.
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The Service: Assist visitors as they walk among the stories.
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The Impact: Ensure the sanctity and security of the memorial during its time in our community
Watch The Video To View The Memorial
Memorial Display Location
Bicentennial Park
400 5th Ave North
Franklin, TN 37064 US
View Location on Map
Enjoy the display from sunup to sundown
About Memories of Honor
We create living memorials to honor those lost during or due to service so their memory will live on for generations. We provide meaningful experiences for the bereaved and opportunities for communities to pay their respects and learn from stories of courage, service, and sacrifice.
FAQ
May 16-20th, sunup to sundown.
No, it's free to the public.
But donations and partnerships are essential to the memorial's longevity.
Bicentennial Park:
Yes, you can sign up to volunteer by clicking "volunteer" in the navigation.
There is limited parking at the park itself, and ample street parking is available.
