The Wall That Heals 2026 VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

Honolulu, Hawai’i – Organizers for The Wall That Heals (TWTH) is putting a call out for an army of 400 volunteers to assist with the weeklong presentation of TWTH at the University of Hawai’i West O’ahu Great Lawn from January 14 (3pm) – January 19 (2pm).

TWTH is free to the public, open 24 hours a day, with setup beginning on January 13. Consisting of 140 panels standing 3.5 feet tall at each end and rising 7.5 feet in the center, the chevron-shaped replica is constructed of Avonite, a synthetic granite. As on The Wall in Washington, the names are listed by day of casualty, beginning with the first casualties engraved at the center/apex. The names start on the East Wall (right side of apex) working its way to the end of that wing. It then picks up on the far end of the West Wall (left side of apex), continuing to the center of the apex, representing the beginning and end of the conflict at the center. “Volunteers are needed to assist visitors in finding names and obtaining a name rubbing of their loved one”, says co-chair Sue Bauer. “Other support will be needed with daily ceremonies and helping with tours at the 53 ft. mobile Education Center that shares the chronological history of the Vietnam war.”

For volunteer opportunities, visit www.TheWallThatHealsOahu2026.org or contact organizers at [email protected].

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