Juneteenth declared as a Federal Holiday

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WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio - In recognition of today's declaration of Juneteenth as a Federal Holiday, most Wright-Patterson AFB services will be closed Friday, June 18, in observation of the holiday.

The following organization’s hours and services will be affected on Friday, June 18.

Base Entry Gates:

  • Gate 1A: 6 a.m. - 6 p.m.
  • Gate 12A: Open 24 hours
  • Gate 15A: Closed
  • Gate 26A (Commercial Traffic Gate) – 6 a.m. - 6 p.m.
  • Gate 1B: Closed
  • Gate 19B: 6 a.m. - 9 a.m.
  • Gate 22B: Open 24 hours

Child Development Centers:

  • OPEN for Mission Essential Child Care

National Museum of the US Air Force:

  • OPEN with normal hours

Wright-Patt Medical Treatment Facility and Pharmacy:

  • OPEN for all services/clinics

88 FSS Military Personnel Flight ID Card Office:

  • OPEN

Fitness Centers:

  • WFFC 0700-1400
  • Dodge Closed
  • Jarvis CAC access only
  • Tennis Club OPEN (normal operations)

Community Services:

  • Club CLOSED
  • NASIC food operation 0700-1100
  • 620 food operation 0700-1100
  • NMUSAF cafeteria OPEN
  • Golf courses OPEN
  • Arts and Crafts OPEN
  • ITT OPEN (to clear scheduled appointments)
  • Bowling Center CLOSED
  • Outdoor Rec OPEN
  • Pools OPEN
  • ​Rod & Gun CLOSED
  • ​Official Mail Center CLOSED
  • Lodging OPEN 24/7
  • DFAC Pitsenbarger OPEN
  • DFAC 711th CLOSED
  • Recycle Center CLOSED

AAFES:

  • Military and Clothing Sales CLOSED
  • Area B Express/24 hour pumps CLOSED
  • Hospital Express CLOSED
  • Bldg. 16 Express CLOSED
  • A.F.I.T. Express CLOSED
  • Area A Subway CLOSED
  • Area B Burger King CLOSED
  • Hospital Einstein Bros Bagels CLOSED
  • Bldg. 209 Stripes Alterations CLOSED
  • Charley’s CLOSED

Juneteenth National Independence Day Act: https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2021/06/17/bill-signed-s-475/