Morgantown Elks Lodge Honors Veterans at Luncheon
Elks Lodge 411 and Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 306 hosted a Veterans Day celebration in Morgantown.
Updated on Nov. 9, 2026 in Civic
Morgantown Elks Lodge 411 partnered with Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 306 to host a Veterans Day luncheon on Sunday, November 8, 2026. The program recognized veterans, presented the armed forces flags and included a performance of taps.
Why it matters
The event gave local veterans a gathering place to share stories and reconnect, while also connecting them with community support and resources.
The luncheon was held Sunday, November 8, 2026, in Morgantown, W.Va., with no attendance figures reported. Attendance totals and the specific support programs discussed were not disclosed.
The players
Morgantown Elks Lodge 411
A local chapter of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks that organizes civic and charitable activities in the Morgantown area.
Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 306
A local chapter of the national Vietnam Veterans of America organization that supports veterans and their families.
The details
The luncheon featured recognition of veterans, a presentation of the armed forces flags and a performance of taps. Vietnam Veterans of America also presented a missing man table tribute, and attendees learned about community support available to them.
Timeline
Sunday, November 8, 2026: Veterans Day celebration and luncheon held.
Civic Context
Vietnam Veterans of America, chartered by Congress in 1986, runs chapter-level outreach that connects Vietnam-era veterans with local resources. This Morgantown luncheon is one example of that chapter-level work carried out alongside the Elks Lodge.
Veterans and their families in the Morgantown area can connect with local support programs through these chapters. The luncheon offered a direct opportunity to learn about available community resources.
The takeaway
Local veterans organizations provide a valuable network of fellowship and support. Residents who want to honor veterans can look to chapter events like this one to get involved.
Further reading
Explore more civic news to see how local organizations honor and support veterans.
