Click the photo above to see a video summary of The Wall That Heals – White Bear Township.

We knew going into this event that it was an honor to host The Wall That Heals but we had no idea what that really meant until we saw it in action in White Bear Township.

This memorial truly heals. We have saw tears from those who lost siblings, husbands, neighbors and friends. We saw laughter as people remembered times with their fellow service members who didn’t make it back or experienced the Wall with those who served shoulder to shoulder with them more than 50 years ago. We saW gratitude for the opportunity to shine a light on our Vietnam Veterans-those who made it home and those who made the ultimate sacrifice. And we saw pride from those who may have once felt shame or fear because of the service of their loved one.

We have closed this chapter of The Wall That Heal, but it continues its journey in the capable hands of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund and their reliable crew. We thank VVMF for bringing the replica to our community. We thank all who have served.

And on behalf of the White Bear Lake Area Historical Society, I would like to again thank each of our partners in this project because when we first brought the opportunity to White Bear Township, the White Bear Lake VFW and the White Bear Lake Legion asking them to help, the response was a resounding YES! Beyond that came the support of our incredible community who turned out as volunteers, sponsors and visitors to spread the word and share the healing. We could not have done this without you. Thank you!