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Cemetery Alert

In keeping with guidance from local authorities, Florence and Sicily-Rome American Cemeteries fully reopened June 1, 2021

Published June 1, 2021

In keeping with guidance from local authorities, Florence and Sicily-Rome American Cemeteries fully reopened June 1, 2021.

To help ensure the safety of all, visitors are asked to wear masks, respect social distancing and follow guidance from cemetery personnel.

To check if guided tours are offered on site, or if reservations are needed, please visit the respective cemetery page under Cemeteries and Memorials and use the contact button to get in touch with the cemetery staff.

To learn about the operational status for all ABMC cemeteries, please visit: www.abmc.gov/operational-status

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About ABMC

The American Battle Monuments Commission operates and maintains 26 cemeteries and 31 federal memorials, monuments and commemorative plaques in 17 countries throughout the world, including the United States. 

Since March 4, 1923, the ABMC’s sacred mission remains to honor the service, achievements, and sacrifice of more than 200,000 U.S. service members buried and memorialized at our sites. 

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