Explore events in Deep Creek Lake and Garrett County, Maryland, including festivals, live music, seasonal celebrations, and local happenings throughout the year. Signature events like the Autumn Glory Festival and July 4th Fireworks draw visitors each year, along with activities happening year-round to help you plan your visit.
A 50th Anniversary Memorial Program will be held in Grantsville, MD commemorating the crash of Buzz One B-52 bomber on January 13, 1964. A memorial service will be held at the Little Crossing Memorial located 1 mile east of Grantsville. Route 40 will be closed from 10:30-12:30 for the service conducted by the American Legion Post 214 and Area Veterans Service Organizations. The keynote speaker will be Lt.Col. James Brown of the 171st Air Refueling Wing of Pittsburgh and remarks made by retired Maj. Gen. Melissa Rank, resident of Garrett County. Citations will be presented by Delegate Wendell Beitzel from the Maryland State Legislature to the families of the fliers of flight Buzz One Four.
The Memorial Program, coordinated by the Grantsville Community Museum, will be held at the Avilton Community Center where food will be available and exhibits on display. People are encouraged to share their stories from 3-5pm. If you would like to schedule a space for display contact the museum at grantsvillemusuem@verizon.net.
Date and Time
Saturday Jul 12, 2014
11:00 AM - 6:00 PM EDT
Saturday, July 12, 2014
11:00am Memorial Service
1:00 pm - 6:00 pm Memorial Program
Location
Memorial Service: Little Crossings Memorial, Route 40 (National Road)
Memorial Program: Avilton Community Center, 8295 Avilton Lonaconing Rd
Fees/Admission
FREE
Website
Contact Information
Gerry Beachy: 301-707-7200
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