Poppy Day is celebrated in countries around the world. The American Legion Family brought National Poppy Day® to the United States by asking Congress to designate the Friday before Memorial Day, as National Poppy Day. On the Friday before Memorial Day, wear a red poppy to honor the fallen and support the living who have worn [...]
Nationwide, Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) medical facilities use the creative arts to help Veterans with their rehabilitation goals. This annual competition recognizes the progress and recovery made through that therapy and raises the visibility of the creative achievements of our nation’s Veterans. Across the country each year, Veterans enrolled at VA health care facilities compete [...]
American Legion Auxiliary Girls Nation is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for students entering their senior year of high school. This weeklong event gives participants a firsthand experience with practical insight into how the federal government works. More than 7,500 students have experienced ALA Girls Nation since it was founded in 1947. Two students are chosen from each [...]
About National Convention Annually, about 9,000 members of The American Legion Family attend National Convention, which includes conventions for The American Legion, American Legion Auxiliary, and Sons of The American Legion, as well as The American Legion Riders Legacy Run. The 2026 National Convention is Aug. 28 - Sept. 3 in Louisville, Ky. The event will [...]