Fort Snelling National Cemetery

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Fort Snelling National Cemetery Business hours listed are office hours. The cemetery is open for visitation from dawn to dusk, year round.

The National Cemetery Administration honors Veterans and their families with final resting places in national shrines and with lasting tributes that commemorate their service and sacrifice to our Nation.

10/16/2026

Freedom isn’t free. Generations of brave Americans paid a heavy price to defend it.

At VA, we honor their sacrifice by taking care of those who served. 🇺🇸

10/13/2026

Happy Birthday to the U.S. Navy!

Today we celebrate the Sailors who protect ports and seas across the globe with honor.

Fair winds and following seas. ⚓🇺🇸

Our floral policy is seasonal. You can place artificial flowers on graves from October 1 through April 1 only. (fresh ...
10/08/2026

Our floral policy is seasonal. You can place artificial flowers on graves from October 1 through April 1 only. (fresh flowers are always acceptable) Wreaths and grave blankets are okay starting November 1 and will be removed by volunteers or employees in mid-January. Please do not place potted plants or pumpkins, etc. on gravesites. Visit our website https://www.cem.va.gov/cems/nchp/ftsnelling.asp for the full floral/grounds policy. Your cooperation goes a long way to help keep the cemetery beautiful!

Apply for and manage the VA benefits and services you’ve earned as a Veteran, Servicemember, or family member—like health care, disability, education, and more.

Volunteers are critical to our success!
10/02/2026

Volunteers are critical to our success!

Thank you volunteers! We are so proud to be a part of this event every year. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs ...
09/29/2026

Thank you volunteers! We are so proud to be a part of this event every year. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

On Saturday, September 12, 2026, VA National Cemeteries across the ...

09/25/2026
09/18/2026

Happy Birthday to the U.S. Air Force!

Today we celebrate the Air Force Veterans who protected our Nation's skies with honor.

Aim High: Fly-Fight-Win 🇺🇸

The volunteers at Saluting Branches are an integral part of our mission to honor the service and sacrifice of our nation...
09/16/2026

The volunteers at Saluting Branches are an integral part of our mission to honor the service and sacrifice of our nation's Veterans. They are here at the cemetery every September to provide a long list of tree care services. Thank you! U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

We’re excited to welcome the Saluting Branches team this Wednesday, September 16th! Volunteer arborists will be onsite t...
09/15/2026

We’re excited to welcome the Saluting Branches team this Wednesday, September 16th! Volunteer arborists will be onsite throughout the day, trimming branches and removing trees to help keep our grounds safe, beautiful, and respectful for all who visit.
If you plan to visit the cemetery that day, please be cautious and follow instructions from the work crews. Temporary road and grave section closures may occur as work progresses.
Thank you for your patience and support as these volunteers carry out this important work! U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

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7601 34th Avenue
Minneapolis, MN
55450

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+16127261127

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