Beaverton Unveils Revolutionary War Memorial

The new monument will be dedicated on Patriots Day with a full schedule of events.

Apr. 16, 2026 at 7:36pm

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A bold, colorful silkscreen-style illustration featuring a repeated image of a Revolutionary War-era musket in a grid pattern, capturing the patriotic spirit of the memorial dedication ceremony.The dedication of Beaverton's new Revolutionary War Memorial will honor the patriots who fought for American independence.Beaverton Today

The city of Beaverton, Oregon is dedicating a new Revolutionary War Memorial at the Beaverton Veterans Memorial Park on Sunday, April 19th. The dedication ceremony will feature speeches from local officials, a fife and drum performance, a musket volley, and a flyover by the West Coast Ravens air show team. The memorial is part of the America 250 Oregon celebration commemorating the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

Why it matters

The new Revolutionary War Memorial will be the only known monument of its kind in Oregon, honoring the patriots who served during the American Revolution. The dedication ceremony is an important community event that will bring together local leaders and veterans groups to commemorate this historic milestone.

The details

The dedication ceremony for the Revolutionary War Memorial will begin at 1:30 pm on April 19th and conclude with a 2:33 pm flyover. Scheduled speakers include Oregon Secretary of State Tobias Read, Beaverton Mayor Lacey Beaty, and representatives from the Sons of the American Revolution, who sponsored the memorial's construction. Members of the Sons of the American Revolution will also participate in the Posting of the Colors, a fife and drum performance, and a black powder musket volley while wearing replica Revolutionary War uniforms.

  • The dedication ceremony will take place on Sunday, April 19, 2026.
  • The event will begin at 1:30 pm and conclude with a flyover at 2:33 pm.

The players

Tobias Read

The Oregon Secretary of State who will be speaking at the dedication ceremony.

Lacey Beaty

The Mayor of Beaverton who will be speaking at the dedication ceremony.

Sons of the American Revolution

A lineage-based membership organization that sponsored the construction of the Revolutionary War Memorial and will be participating in the dedication ceremony.

West Coast Ravens

An air show team that will be performing a flyover at the conclusion of the dedication ceremony.

Tualatin Hills Park and Recreation District

The organization that maintains the Beaverton Veterans Memorial Park where the new Revolutionary War Memorial is located.

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What they’re saying

“The dedication of this new Revolutionary War Memorial is an important moment for our community to come together and honor the patriots who fought for our nation's independence.”

— Lacey Beaty, Mayor of Beaverton

What’s next

Following the dedication ceremony, the new Revolutionary War Memorial will become a permanent fixture at the Beaverton Veterans Memorial Park, serving as a place for the community to reflect on the sacrifices made during the American Revolution.

The takeaway

The dedication of Beaverton's new Revolutionary War Memorial is a significant event that highlights the city's commitment to preserving American history and honoring the service of our nation's veterans. This memorial will serve as an important community gathering place and educational resource for years to come.