Rotary Peace Pole Dedication
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17 Oct 2026 |
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Gettysburg
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GETTYSBURG, PA –The Rotary Club of Gettysburg is pleased to invite the public to the dedication of a Rotary Peace Pole, donated to the club at the Multi-District Conference last April. The ceremony will take place on Saturday, October 17th at 11:00 AM at the Gettysburg Recreation Park.
The Peace Pole, a global symbol of the Rotary movement's commitment to peace and international understanding, will be formally dedicated in a public ceremony. In the event of inclement weather, the dedication will be held on the rain date of Saturday, November 2nd at 11:00 AM, also at the Gettysburg Recreation Park.
"We intend this to be a public event," said Chuck Elder, President of the Rotary Club of Gettysburg. "It should be a great opportunity to highlight the efforts of Rotary and our ongoing mission to promote peace in our community and around the world. All are welcome to attend."
About Rotary:
Rotary is a global network of 1.4 million neighbors, friends, leaders, and problem-solvers who see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves. The Rotary Club of Gettysburg is part of District 7390.
Calendar Listing:
What: Rotary Peace Pole Dedication Ceremony
Who: Rotary Club of Gettysburg (all are welcome)
When: Saturday, October 17th at 11:00 AM (Rain date: Saturday, November 2nd at 11:00 AM)
Where: Gettysburg Recreation Park, Gettysburg, PA
Details: Public ceremony to dedicate a Rotary Peace Pole. Local media encouraged to attend.

