Alamo Cenotaph Rededication Ceremony to be Held on Veterans Day

The Alamo will host a rededication ceremony for the Alamo Cenotaph at 10 a.m. on Veterans Day, Tuesday, November 11, 2025, following the completion of its much-needed preservation. This event marks the 85th anniversary of the Cenotaph’s original dedication, which also took place on Veterans Day in 1940.

The ceremony will honor the memory of the Alamo Defenders and feature remarks from Texas leaders, a ceremonial wreath, a moment of silence, and a bugle call to commemorate the rededication of this important Texas monument.

Speakers will include Texas General Land Office Commissioner Dr. Dawn Buckingham and Alamo Trust, Inc., President and CEO Hope Andrade, who will reflect on the legacy of the Alamo Defenders, the meaning of Veterans Day, and the importance of preserving the Cenotaph for future generations.

What:   Rededication of the Alamo Cenotaph

Who:    Public

When:  Tuesday, November 11, 10 a.m. 

Where: The Alamo Cenotaph
              300 Alamo Plaza, San Antonio, TX 78205

About Alamo Trust, Inc. | Alamo Trust, Inc. (ATI) is a 501c3 nonprofit organization that oversees the daily operations at the Alamo and the implementation of the Alamo Plan. Located in the heart of San Antonio, the Alamo stands as the Shrine of Texas Liberty. More than 1.6 million visitors travel to the site each year, making it the #1 most visited destination in the State of Texas. The 300-year history of the Alamo is world-renowned and represents the core of Texas’ identity today. In 1960, the Alamo was designated a United States National Historic Landmark, and in 2015, it became part of the Lone Star State's only UNESCO World Heritage Site. Witness living history, experience authentic artifacts, and explore an iconic landmark that shaped the country. Visit theAlamo.org.