GAR Hall and Museum Unveils ADA-Compliant Enhancements with $2.2M Funding

The Grand Army of the Republic Hall and Museum in Lynn inaugurated its ADA-compliant upgrades, including a new elevator and accessible bathrooms, funded by $2.2 million from the American Rescue Plan Act and a $400,000 Community Development Block Grant. The project aimed to enhance accessibility for all community members, particularly veterans. Local officials and community members attended the ribbon-cutting ceremony, highlighting the importance of the improvements in honoring the legacy of veterans.

Published Mar 26, 2026

The Grand Army of the Republic Hall and Museum in Lynn held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for its new ADA-compliant improvements, which include a new elevator, wheelchair lift, and accessible bathrooms. The project commenced in April 2024, funded by $2.2 million from the American Rescue Plan Act and a $400,000 Community Development Block Grant, along with additional contributions.

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Local officials emphasized the significance of these enhancements in making the museum accessible for veterans and the community. Attendees, including veterans and local officials, celebrated the improvements and toured the exhibits on the upper floors after the ceremony.