Search
Close this search box.

Our mission is to honor America's fallen fire heroes; support their families, colleagues, and organizations; and work to reduce preventable firefighter death and injury.

IMPORTANT MEMORIAL WEEKEND UPDATE
Due to forecasted weather, the Candlelight Service (May 4 at 7:30 pm) and the Memorial Service (May 5 at 10:00 am) will both take place at PNC Sports Complex Arena at Mount St. Mary’s University. Parking is available onsite.

The Memorial on the NETC Campus  remains closed to the general public and will reopen for general visitation on Monday, May 6 at 7:00 am ET. You may visit virtually by viewing our webcam.

The 2024 Red Helmet Ride has been canceled. Details here.

Watch the 2024 Candlelight & Memorial Services Live

Memorial Park

Emmitsburg, Maryland

Plan a Visit

The National Emergency Training Center in Emmitsburg, MD, the home of the National Fallen Firefighters Memorial, is open for Public Visitors to Campus Memorials. All visitors will park in the lot adjacent to Building VI where you will be security screened. Restrooms are also available in Building V1 for your convivence. Visitors are not permitted to enter NETC buildings and should follow the "marked" route on the map provided by campus security for access to the National Memorial.
More Information

Upcoming Events

News

Stay Connected with NFFF

You can receive information on National Fallen Firefighters Foundation’s programs, news, events and resources available on our social media channels and online newsletters.

With Generous Support From