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War Memorial Chapel

The chapel is available for events such as weddings, baptisms, religious services, prayer vigils, memorial services, remembrance events, military commissioning, departmental commencement ceremonies, initiation ceremonies, holiday programs, concerts, and many more.

The rates vary for each event. To discuss availability and pricing, obtain more information, or to schedule an event, please contact the chapel.

Initiations

The chapel is available to registered student organizations for initiations. An approved member of the organization will need to come by the chapel office during business hours to discuss availability and make a reservation.

The fee for initiations is $50 and will be billed to the organization after the event takes place. If the group is having any candles, it is required that an approved open burn permit be submitted no later than two weeks prior to the event. Our staff can help you with the submission and answer any questions you may have.

Contact the chapel if you have any questions regarding the scheduling procedures for initiations.

Memorial Services

The chapel is available for memorial services for students, alumni, staff, and the university community. Contact the chapel to discuss availability or for more information.

Prayer Vigils

The chapel sponsors vigils for Martin Luther King, Jr., AIDS Awareness, and Organ Donor Program throughout the year. Contact the chapel to schedule an event or find out more information.

Organ & Piano Rehearsals

The chapel is available for organ and piano rehearsals. Contact the chapel to make an appointment.

Religious Services

Religious services of different faiths and denominations are held in the facility. The chapel is available for religious services for which there is no fee charged. The chapel has time reserved for prayer groups, bible study groups, and individual meditation throughout the year. Contact the chapel to schedule a time.

Graduation/Commissioning

The chapel is available for graduations and commissioning. Contact the chapel to make a reservation or for more information.

Student Ministries

The chapel is available for use by student ministry organizations for events such as meetings, services, prayer groups, Bible study groups, or praise services. These events may be recurring, and all are scheduled on a first-come, first-served basis. Visit the student organizations list for a complete list of religious organizations at Virginia Tech. Approved members may stop by the chapel office to schedule an event. If you have any questions about scheduling an event, please contact the chapel.

 

Contact Information

Phone: 540-231-6240

Email: chapel@vt.edu