November 11, 2026 – The Village of Forsyth unveiled its renovated Veterans Memorial Wednesday, dedicating the new space on Veterans Day with a ceremony recognizing the men and women who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces.
The memorial, located at 740 West Forsyth Parkway, features new monuments representing all six branches of the military, creating a permanent place for veterans, military families and community members to gather, reflect and remember.
The renovation builds on an existing veterans memorial at the site, preserving its legacy while adding enhanced walkways, seating areas, landscaping, gathering space and restored flagpoles. Previously engraved commemorative bricks were also incorporated into the redesigned memorial.
The dedication included a ribbon cutting, recognition of veterans and a flag-folding presentation by local FFA students.
The project was made possible through the support of the Forsyth Village Board, community donors and other partners. The village also offered opportunities for residents and businesses to contribute through commemorative brick purchases and sponsorships.
The renovated memorial is intended to serve not only as a tribute to those who served, but as a lasting reminder for future generations of the sacrifices made by veterans and their families.
