Alabama Poppy Project

🇺🇸⭐ GOLD STAR MOTHERS & FAMILIES DAY ⭐🇺🇸
Sunday, September 27, 2026

Today, we pause to honor the mothers and families who carry the lifelong legacy of a loved one who gave their life while serving our nation.

⭐ THE HISTORY OF THE GOLD STAR

The tradition of the Gold Star dates back to World War I. Families displayed service flags in their windows to show that a loved one was serving. A blue star represented a family member serving in the military. When that service member died, the blue star was replaced or covered by a gold star, signifying the family’s tremendous loss.

Today, the Gold Star represents much more than a symbol. It represents love, sacrifice, loss, remembrance, and an enduring commitment to never forget.

Behind every Gold Star is a story.
Behind every Gold Star is a family.
Behind every Gold Star is a life that mattered.

Today, we remember the fallen and stand beside the mothers, fathers, spouses, children, siblings, and families who continue to carry their legacy.

We remember. We honor. We will never forget. 🇺🇸⭐

America’s Gold Star Families
Honor • Hope • Healing

Today is National Purple Heart Day (Always August 7th). On National Purple Heart Day, we honor the immeasurable sacrifices of every valiant service member wounded or killed in combat in defense of our Nation and we reaffirm our eternal gratitude for their unrivaled heroism.

Learn more by visiting the Purple Heart Foundation's website:

Honoring Purple Heart Month - Purple Heart Foundation August Is Purple Heart Month! Find Out More Here And Learn About The Ways You Can Support Veterans And Their Families This Month.

I don't think I'll ever be able to fully express my gratitude for those who have served, fought and died for our freedoms...but this is a small effort. God Bless AMERICA!

Rest in peace

This week, Poppy Sponsors will begin receiving their commemorative poppies and ribbons from the Alabama Poppy Project held in Mobile May 22-26, 2026.

We are so deeply grateful for your support, generosity, and commitment to honoring the memory of your very special honoree. Each poppy serves as a beautiful tribute, ensuring their legacy of service, sacrifice, and love is remembered.

As your package arrives, we hope it brings a meaningful reminder of the life you are commemorating and the impact they continue to have on those who knew and loved them.

Thank you for being part of this important mission of remembrance.

We were so grateful for such awesome volunteers, but I was so busy I forgot to take everyone's picture! If you see this, please comment with a photo of you on the field and I'll add it to the collection!

THANK YOU ALL SO MUCH!!!! We know your time is precious!

A huge thank you to everyone in Mobile and the surrounding areas! We are overwhelmed by your incredible support and hospitality for the Alabama Poppy Project. Your kindness truly made a difference. We can't wait to see you all again next year at the USS ALABAMA Battleship Memorial Park! 🌹

This is the last day to visit the Alabama Poppy Project outdoor art display at the USS ALABAMA Battleship Memorial Park in Mobile from 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. - Poppies can still be purchased / sponsored today and at all times at https://alabamapoppyproject.com