The Kansas American Legion’s 38th annual Eisenhower Pilgrimage will be in Abilene on Saturday, October 13th at the Eisenhower Museum and Library in front of General Eisenhower’s statue.

The American Legion Eisenhower Pilgrimage programs are organized by Eisenhower Day Committee Chairman John Meyeres. He is assisted by committed members Jim Arwine and Paul Sanford. Activities on the 13th are scheduled begin at 10 a.m. with Captain Kyle Higgins from the U.S.S. Eisenhower laying the wreath for the Presidential wreath ceremony. Naval Captain Mark Oberly will be the featured speaker.

Following the pilgrimage a vice commander homecoming luncheon will be held at the Greyhound Hall of Fame. American Legion Department Vice Commander Chuck Shoemaker, Department Auxiliary Vice President Paula Sellens, and S.A.L. Detachment Vice Commander Tom Wallsmith will be honored. The cost for the luncheon is $12 per person, and for children 10 an under $8. Reservation details can be located at the Kansas American Legion website.