Wreaths Across America’s traveling exhibit stops in Shreveport

SHREVEPORT, La. (KSLA) - It’s hard to miss. Parked in an LSU Shreveport lot is a massive, patriotic van that travels across the country on a meaningful mission. Wreaths Across America aims to educate the public and younger generations on the value and cost of freedom.

The exhibit’s hours are 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Friday, April 1 and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, April 2.

The non-profit is known for placing millions of wreaths on the headstones of veterans across the country.

Fred and Diane Thompson traveled to Louisiana all the way from MAINE with ⁦@WreathsAcross⁩ America! Fred was a truck driver for decades and now travels the country with his wife educating the public about this amazing organization. (⁦@KSLA⁩) pic.twitter.com/scXEJq6TFI
— Christian Piekos (@ChristianPiekos) April 1, 2022

The Mobile Education Exhibit features a 24-person screening room that honors the sacrifices of local veterans. The truck has interactive exhibits, short films, and shares stories.

All veterans, active-duty military, their families, and the public are encouraged to visit. A visit to the mobile museum is free.

Those interested can sponsor a wreath for $15, by clicking here.

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