John F. Kennedy Eternal Flame

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Hours:
  • Opens at 8 am 365 days a year
  • From April 1 to Sept. 30 the cemetery closes at 7 p.m.; the other six months it closes at 5 p.m.
Location:

214 McNair Rd, Arlington, VA

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Price:
Free

Phone number:
(703)607-8000

  • Grave site of John F. Kennedy
  • Jacqueline Kennedy requested the eternal flame and lit it at his funeral
  • There is a device on the flame that produces a continuous spark to reignite it in case of rain or snow
  • This is one of the most popular places to visit at Arlington National Cemetery

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