The War Memorial
Non-profit OrganizationsMichigan, United States51-200 Employees
The War Memorial is a mid-sized nonprofit organization based in Grosse Pointe Farms, Michigan, located on the lakeside grounds of the historic Alger Estate. It serves as a regional hub for arts, learning, patriotism, hospitality, and community connectivity, hosting more than 3,000 events each year for roughly 300,000 participants. Its programs include efforts to honor veterans, engagement experiences for adults and children, and a range of community events and hospitality services. Positioned to be a contemporary patriotic, cultural, and community leader in southeast Michigan, it pursues new programming under innovative leadership. In 2023, Maria Miller was named interim president and CEO, effective February 1. As a nonprofit, it serves a broad local audience through a diverse slate of events and services that connect people across the region.