For inquiries related to honoring veterans and military honors at the Saratoga National Cemetery, please call 518.581.9128 ext 209 or email info@snchga.org.
A 100% Volunteer Veteran organization honoring our fallen veterans since 1999
The Saratoga National Cemetery Honor Guard Association is a dedicated, locally-based all-volunteer organization committed to providing military funeral honors as an official part of their mission.
The Honor Guard Association performs ceremonial military funeral honors for honorably discharged veterans at the Saratoga National Cemetery, specifically the Gerald B. H. Solomon site.
We invite honorably discharged veterans, both men and women, to become part of the Saratoga National Cemetery Honor Guard Association and participate in our Color Guard, which provides military funeral honors.
You can support the Honor Guard Association in several ways. Consider volunteering, donating, or sponsoring an event to help provide military funeral honors. Additionally, you can inquire about upcoming events at the Saratoga National Cemetery.
Military Funeral Honors (MFH) is a tradition that holds significant importance to our nation’s foundation and fabric, a sentiment strongly supported by the Honor Guard Association and observed at places like the Saratoga National Cemetery.
At military funerals, one often sees three volleys of shots fired in honor of the service members, a tradition upheld by the Honor Guard Association, particularly at places like Saratoga National Cemetery.
The origins of “Taps,” the distinctive bugle melody played at U.S. military funerals and memorials, are honored by organizations like the Honor Guard Association, which ensures that military funeral honors are performed with the utmost respect, especially at sites such as Saratoga National Cemetery.
At the Saratoga National Cemetery, either Active Duty personnel or members of the Honor Guard Association pay meticulous attention to military funeral honors.
Hall of Fame Military Classic – May 23, 2026
The National Baseball Hall of Fame will host the Hall of Fame Military Classic at Doubleday Field on May 23, honoring the 70 Hall of Famers who served in the U.S. military. This event also recognizes the contributions of organizations like the Honor Guard Association, which provides military funeral honors to veterans.
Any veteran who purchases tickets to the game will receive free Museum tickets, valid on Saturday, May 23, and can visit the Saratoga National Cemetery as part of their experience.
Tickets are on sale now online at the Hall of Fame Military Classic Website or at 1-888-325-0470 Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET. Enter promo code BHOF250 when ordering online or mention the offer when calling.
Patriot Flight Inc. is proud to be a member of the National Honor Flight Network, serving 7 counties in NY, including Albany, Rensselaer, Schenectady, Saratoga, Greene, Washington, and Columbia Counties, as well as parts of Vermont and Massachusetts. Our mission aligns with the values of the Honor Guard Association, which is dedicated to providing military funeral honors at locations like the Saratoga National Cemetery.
For more information on applying to be on a Patriot Flight or becoming a volunteer, visit https://patriotflight.org/
Leatherstocking Honor Flight remains committed to honoring America’s veterans by transporting them to Washington, D.C., to visit the memorials dedicated to their service and sacrifice—at no cost to the veterans. This initiative aligns with the values of the Honor Guard Association, which also ensures that those who have served receive proper military funeral honors. Many veterans are laid to rest at the Saratoga National Cemetery, making these flights especially meaningful. For more information on applying to be on an Honor Flight or becoming a volunteer, visit https://leatherstockinghonorflightny.org/
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Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery is New York State’s sixth national veteran’s cemetery and the 116th in the National Cemetery Administration. With over 1.4 million veterans living in New York, including more than 225,000 in the Albany/Saratoga area, this cemetery serves a significant community. The initial construction phase
Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery is New York State’s sixth national veteran’s cemetery and the 116th in the National Cemetery Administration. With over 1.4 million veterans living in New York, including more than 225,000 in the Albany/Saratoga area, this cemetery serves a significant community. The initial construction phase covered 60 acres of the 351-acre cemetery, providing 5,000 gravesites, 2,000 lawn crypts, 1,500 columbaria niches, and 700 garden niches for cremated remains. At full capacity, the Solomon-Saratoga can accommodate burial space for 175,500 veterans and eligible dependents. On January 24, 2002, President George W. Bush signed legislation to rename Saratoga National Cemetery as the Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery, honoring Congressman Solomon, who was a champion of veterans’ causes. He played a crucial role in establishing the cabinet-level Department of Veterans Affairs and led efforts to create the national cemetery where he is now interred. Monuments and memorials at the cemetery include the ship’s bell from the USS Saratoga, CV-3, which was installed as a memorial in 1999. The USS Saratoga, launched in 1925, served for 20 years, including during World War II, before being destroyed in 1946. Congressman Dean P. Taylor requested the bell that was initially displayed at Saratoga Spring’s Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Memorial Home, dedicated on Veteran’s Day in 1949. This bell was later restored and permanently mounted at the Gerald B.H. Solomon Saratoga National Cemetery. Additionally, an American gray granite memorial was erected in 2001 to honor veterans from Saratoga County, N.Y., featuring two granite slabs inscribed with approximately 980 names of individuals who gave their lives for their country, alongside a granite obelisk at the monument's forefront. In 2002, a pyramidal black-mist granite memorial was dedicated to Congressman Gerald B.H. Solomon, recognizing his instrumental role in the establishment of the national cemetery and his advocacy for veterans. A granite and bronze memorial was also erected in honor of U.S. submariner veterans on October 19, 2002. The cemetery features a walkway adorned with memorials established by various veterans and fraternal organizations to commemorate events and honor fallen comrades. The Honor Guard Association plays a vital role in providing military funeral honors at this cemetery, ensuring that veterans receive the respect they deserve. Notably, the American Veterans (AMVETS) donated a carillon in 1999 to further enrich this hallowed ground.
Burial in a national cemetery, such as the Saratoga National Cemetery, is open to all members of the armed forces who have met a minimum active duty service requirement and were discharged under conditions other than dishonorable. A Veteran’s spouse, widow or widower, minor dependent children, and under certain conditions, unmarried adult
Burial in a national cemetery, such as the Saratoga National Cemetery, is open to all members of the armed forces who have met a minimum active duty service requirement and were discharged under conditions other than dishonorable. A Veteran’s spouse, widow or widower, minor dependent children, and under certain conditions, unmarried adult children with disabilities may also be eligible for burial. Eligible spouses and children may be buried even if they predecease the Veteran. Additionally, members of the reserve components of the armed forces who die while on active duty or during training duty, or who were eligible for retired pay, may also qualify for burial. The Honor Guard Association plays a crucial role in providing military funeral honors for these Veterans and their families.
The Saratoga National Cemetery has performed over 20,000 internments since its inception, honoring the brave men and women of our armed forces. For those seeking military funeral honors, the Honor Guard Association plays a vital role in ensuring that every service is conducted with the utmost respect. To view the Cemetery Map, please clic
The Saratoga National Cemetery has performed over 20,000 internments since its inception, honoring the brave men and women of our armed forces. For those seeking military funeral honors, the Honor Guard Association plays a vital role in ensuring that every service is conducted with the utmost respect. To view the Cemetery Map, please click HERE. To use the National Cemetery Administration Grave Locator, please click HERE.
You can retire a flag at the Saratoga National Cemetery—there’s a special drop box for flags at the Public Information Center. Retirement ceremonies, which are supported by the Honor Guard Association, are held twice a year. The cemetery is open daily from 8:30am to 4pm, ensuring that families can access military funeral honors and other services.