Arts and Music

National Memorial Day Concert

On the eve of Memorial Day, a star-studded lineup will grace the stage for one of the highest-rated programs on PBS. For over 30 years, this multiple-award-winning television event has honored the military service and sacrifice of all our men and women in uniform, their families at home, and those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

The Story of Francis Whitebird, Vietnam Medic

8m 29s

Gil Birmingham tells the story of Vietnam medic Francis Whitebird at the 2022 National Memorial Day Concert, recorded live from the West Lawn of the United States Capitol.

Extras + Features

  • A Tribute to General Colin Powell: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    A Tribute to General Colin Powell

    S2022 - 6m 48s

    Dennis Haysbert pays tribute to General Colin Powell at the 2022 National Memorial Day Concert, recorded live from the West Lawn of the United States Capitol.

  • A Gold Star Family's Story of Resilience: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    A Gold Star Family's Story of Resilience

    S2022 - 8m 49s

    The story of Gold Star family, the Grahams, is told by Joe Mantegna and Jean Smart at the National Memorial Day Concert, recorded live from the West Lawn of the United States Capitol.

  • Pia Toscano Sings the National Anthem: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Pia Toscano Sings the National Anthem

    S2022 - 2m 13s

    Pia Toscano performs "The National Anthem" at the 2022 National Memorial Day Concert, recorded live from the West Lawn of the United States Capitol.

  • A Tribute to Women in World War II: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    A Tribute to Women in World War II

    S2022 - 4m 22s

    Mary McCormack pays tribute to women in World War II at the 2022 National Memorial Day Concert, recorded live from the West Lawn of the United States Capitol.

  • Celebrating 100 Years of the Lincoln Memorial: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Celebrating 100 Years of the Lincoln Memorial

    S2022 - 4m 2s

    Gary Sinsie celebrates 100 years since the dedication of the Lincoln Memorial at the 2022 National Memorial Day Concert, recorded live from the West Lawn of the United States Capitol.

  • Norm Lewis Performs "My Hero": asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Norm Lewis Performs "My Hero"

    S2022 - 3m 59s

    Norm Lewis performs the song "My Hero" at the 2022 National Memorial Day Concert, recorded live from the West Lawn of the United States Capitol.

  • The Story of Francis Whitebird, Vietnam Medic: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    The Story of Francis Whitebird, Vietnam Medic

    S2022 - 8m 29s

    Gil Birmingham tells the story of Vietnam medic Francis Whitebird at the 2022 National Memorial Day Concert, recorded live from the West Lawn of the United States Capitol.

  • Lea Salonga Performs "The Prayer": asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Lea Salonga Performs "The Prayer"

    S2022 - 3m 54s

    Lea Salonga performs the song "The Prayer" at the 2022 National Memorial Day Concert, recorded live at the West Lawn of the Capitol in Washington, D.C.

  • Alfie Boe Performs "The Impossible Dream": asset-mezzanine-16x9

    Alfie Boe Performs "The Impossible Dream"

    S2022 - 3m 38s

    Alfie Boe performs the song, "The Impossible Dream" at the 2022 National Memorial Day Concert, recorded live on the West Lawn of the Capitol in Washington, D.C.

  • How One Military Family Overcame Tragedy: asset-mezzanine-16x9

    How One Military Family Overcame Tragedy

    S2022 - 1m

    Teaser Video for the National Memorial Day Concert's Gold Star Family Story, Carol and Mark Graham share the story of their two sons, Jeffrey and Kevin.

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