Perham Hosts Two Veterans Day Programs, Community Invited to Attend
Perham will hold two Veterans Day programs on Tuesday, November 11, with a morning ceremony at Perham High School and an afternoon program at the In Their Own Words Museum. The museum event includes a free lunch from 11 a.m. to noon for veterans and their families, and Becker County Service Officer and U.S. Air Force veteran Jason Coalwell is scheduled to speak.
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Perham is marking Veterans Day on Tuesday, November 11 with two community programs designed to honor local service members and provide connection to resources. The morning program will take place at Perham High School, and an afternoon gathering is planned at the In Their Own Words Museum at 805 West Main Street. Organizers are encouraging public attendance as a way to recognize area veterans and show community support.
The In Their Own Words Museum program includes a free lunch from 11 a.m. to noon specifically for veterans and their families. Jason Coalwell, Becker County Service Officer who served in the U.S. Air Force, is scheduled as the guest speaker. Coalwell’s role typically includes helping veterans navigate county and federal benefits, and his presence provides a direct opportunity for veterans who attend to learn about available services and local assistance.
Local notices in the Perham Focus provide the event times and emphasize public participation. For Otter Tail County residents, these events serve both symbolic and practical purposes. The ceremonies offer a public space to acknowledge military service, while the museum luncheon and speaker create an informal setting for veterans and their families to connect with peers and learn about benefits and programs that matter to household budgets and long term wellbeing.
Community gatherings such as these also have modest economic and social implications for downtown Perham. The museum at 805 West Main Street will welcome visitors during weekday hours, an activity that can support nearby businesses and reinforce downtown as a center for civic life. For families of veterans, the free meal reduces out of pocket costs for the day and signals local investment in veteran welfare.
Beyond the single day observance, local Veterans Day programs contribute to broader efforts to maintain awareness of veteran needs in rural counties. County service officers like the one from Becker County play a key role in connecting veterans to health care, disability benefits, and other supports that affect long term economic security. For an aging veteran population, accessible community events can improve outreach and uptake of services that influence household finances and local demand for care.
Perham residents interested in attending are encouraged to consult the Perham Focus notice for specific times and details. The two programs offer both a formal remembrance and practical resources, creating an opportunity for the community to thank veterans and to address concrete needs facing them and their families.
