To honor the fallen firefighters, police officers, EMT's and members of the armed services, the Springfield Fire and Emergency Services and Springfield Police Department will hold the September 11th Remembrance Ceremony on September 11th at 6pm in front of Springfield's September 11th Monument in Riverfront Park.  Admission is free.

The ceremony includes rolling out the equipment, tolling of the bell, laying of the wreath, a rifle salute and taps. There will be remembrances offered by Springfield Fire Commissioner, Springfield Police Superintendent, Emergency Services, 104th Fighter Wing with greetings from Mayor Domenic Sarno.

Ceremony prelude at 5 p.m., ceremony at 6 p.m.

• Access to Riverfront Park will be available at the State Street entrance.  

• Parking - Free in I-91 South Garage after 5pm

• Limited seating provided.  Lawn chairs and blankets welcome.