20th Century Veterans’ Memorial - North Platte, Nebraska

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20th Century Veterans’ Memorial - North Platte, Nebraska

The 20th Century Veterans’ Memorial is a permanent memorial dedicated to and honoring the military men and women of the United States who served their country during the 20th Century. The monument is located in North Platte’s Iron Horse Park, which is adjacent to the busy “crossroads” of the Interstate 80 and U.S. Highway 83 junction. The five major armed forces (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard) will be memorialized by larger than life-sized bronze statues sculpted by internationally known artist, Ted Long of North Platte.

The five major conflicts of the 20th Century are depicted in a 15 x 40-foot brick bas-relief mural.

The memorial features a “Walk of Honor” lined by thousands of commemorative bricks above ground showing the names of veterans who served at any time during the 20th Century. A “Place of Meditation” containing a pentagon shaped pedestal will pay special tribute to veterans from a 27-county Mid-Nebraska area who lost their lives during 20th Century conflicts. Their names will be displayed on bronze plaques along with their home counties and the conflict in which they gave their lives.

Conceived by veterans. Designed by veterans. This memorial is unique in the United States. It honors all Twentieth Century Veterans.

Memorial Address
2811 South Jeffers – North Platte

Hours of Operation
Open 24 Hours