As part of the Memorial Day celebrations, the City of Watertown will hold a Poppy Social, with a wreath-laying ceremony and open house at the Commander’s Mansion. See more information from the City’s Events Team, below.
Poppy Social: Open House & Wreath-Laying Ceremony
Friday, May 22, 2026 | 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Commander’s Mansion
440 Talcott Avenue, Watertown, MA 02472
We are pleased to welcome all Watertown Veterans and the general public to join us for the annual Poppy Social!
The Watertown Veterans’ Services and City Events Team will host an Open House at the Commander’s Mansion including light refreshments and guided tours of the historic residence located in the Arsenal on the Charles complex.
Be sure to arrive by 10:30 a.m. for the Honor and Color Guard wreath-laying ceremony!