united states flag retirement
When an American flag is tattered or faded, it is no longer fit for display and should be retired. A local Boy Scout Troop or VFW may offer United States flag retirement, or you can mail it to us. This service is free. We do accept donations to help defray our costs. Many patriots include a $1 or $5 bill with their flag, and for that we are always grateful!
Our New Mailing Address:
Flag Keepers
20600 Rookery Drive
Estero, FL 33928
The Flag Code
The United States Flag Code tells us all we need to know about proper flag care and display.
“The flag, when it is in such condition that it is no longer a fitting emblem for display, should be destroyed in a dignified way, preferably by burning.”
Flagkeepers' American flag retirement ceremonies are respectful and ceremonial. We also regularly accept flags from states, civic organizations and even other nations.
Flagkeepers origin
Flag Keepers was started by Sergeant Major John G. Doty, USMC Retired. The Sergeant Major was dedicated to the proper care and retirement of the United States flag and was deeply patriotic throughout his life. In addition to flag retirement ceremonies, he was passionate about American flag education.
