Memorial Day Closures

Memorial Day, recognized on the last Monday in May, is a day to remember the men and women who served their country as members of the United States military and have since died, whether in battle or after coming home. In Needham, there are several opportunities for residents to participate in the holiday, with ceremonies planned at veterans’ memorials throughout town starting at 6:50 a.m. with a Mass at . See a complete schedule of times and locations .

Anyone looking to get some errands done before or after the ceremonies will likely find offices, shops and businesses closed for the day, as Memorial Day is a federal holiday. Here’s a look at a few of the places that are closed today.

TOWN OFFICES

Need to drop off a bill, register to vote or apply for a building permit? Not today. All Needham town offices are closed.

SENIOR CENTER

Both the Council on Aging office and the senior center are closed. Activities will resume on Tuesday.

BANKS

Banks are closed today.

STATE OFFICES

All state offices are closed today.

COUNTY OFFICES

All Norfolk County offices are closed today.

SCHOOLS

All are closed today. Classes will resume on Tuesday, May 31.

LIBRARY

The will be closed today. It will reopen for its usual hours at 9 a.m. on Tuesday.

POST OFFICES

The U.S. post offices in Needham and Needham Heights are closed today.