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The 2012 Museum Gala

Written by National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund on . Posted in Behind the Blue Line

Please join the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund for our annual Gala to benefit the National Law Enforcement Museum! This year’s Gala will focus on the Museum’s Reel to Real exhibit.

Don’t miss:

Pop culture artifacts from the Museum’s collection on display, video clips from your favorite law enforcement films and TV shows and the chance to meet actors who play some of the most beloved “cop” characters in Hollywood.

Purchase Gala Tickets Here!

When: Friday, October 12, 2012; Reception 6:30 pm, Dinner 7:30 pm

Where: Reagan Building and International Trade Center, Atrium

1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW

Washington DC

Attire: Cocktail Attire/Black Tie Optional; Law Enforcement: Class A Uniform

More Information: Call 202.737.7718 or email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Sponsorship Inquiries: Sue Hothem, Benchmark Strategies ( This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. ; 202.546.0909)

Download Gala Fact Sheet

The Museum is an initiative of the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund, a private non-profit 501(c)(3) organization established in 1984, dedicated to honoring the service and sacrifice of America’s law enforcement officers and to promoting officer safety. For more information about the National Law Enforcement Museum, visit www.LawEnforcementMuseum.org.

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