In 1962, President Kennedy proclaimed May 15 as National Peace Officers Memorial Day and the calendar week in which May 15 falls, as National Police Week. Established by a joint resolution of Congress in 1962, National Police Week pays special recognition to those law enforcement officers who have lost their lives in the line of duty for the safety and protection of others.
Details on the ceremonies at the Hennepin County Government Center and at the Minnesota State Capitol will be posted as they become available in the Events Calendar.
Minneapolis Police Honor Guard at the Candlelight Vigil at the Minnesota State Capitol. L-R: Lt. Rich Sheldon, Officer Zane Detert, and Sgt. Kenneth Tidgwell