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Flag Keepers: United States Flag Retirement Services
The United States Flag Code provides essential guidelines for the proper care and display of the American flag. It states, 'When the flag is in such a condition that it is no longer a fitting emblem for display, it should be destroyed in a dignified way, preferably by burning.' At Flagkeepers, we hold American flag retirement ceremonies that honor this recommendation. We regularly accept faded, tattered, or worn flags from states, civic organizations, and even other nations for respectful disposal.
United States Flag Retirement
When an American flag is tattered, frayed, or faded, it is no longer suitable for display and should be properly retired. For American flag disposal, you can reach out to a local Boy Scout troop or VFW that may offer a flag retirement service, or you can mail your worn flag to us. This flag retirement service is free, and any donations to help defray our costs are greatly appreciated; many patriots include a $1 or $5 bill with their faded flag for this purpose.
Our New Mailing Address:
Flag Keepers
20600 Rookery Drive
Estero, FL 33928
Flag Keepers Origin
Flag Keepers was founded by Sergeant Major John G. Doty, USMC Retired, who was dedicated to the proper care and retirement of the United States flag. Throughout his life, the Sergeant Major demonstrated a deep patriotism, particularly through his commitment to American flag disposal and education. He not only organized flag retirement ceremonies for faded, tattered, and worn flags but also passionately promoted understanding of the significance of our national symbol.