The Wayne County Historical Society in Wayne County New York is holding a new Civil War monument unveiling at the county seat of Lyons. The new monument is titled “True Valor at Gettysburg.” The dedication will take place Aug. 22. The monument will contain 3 life-size bronze figures depicting soldiers from 111th New York Regiment at Gettysburg.
[The dedication will be] held Saturday, August 22, 2026 at Lyons Central Park, Lyons, NY from 8am to 5pm.
This event is free and open to the public. Here is a schedule of the program from the Wayne County Historical Society:
The above events are free. There are two night time events that carry a small charge:
On August 21st there will be a welcome reception to start the celebration. You must register for this event and it carries a nominal fee.
The night of August 22nd there is a closing ceremony including a history of the 111th New York Infantry. You must register here.
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