The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) is inviting locals and districts to honor members who have died, been injured, or become ill due to their work by purchasing personalized bricks for the IAM Workers Memorial. The memorial is located at the William W. Winpisinger Education and Technology Center in Hollywood, Maryland.
Orders for personalized bricks must be submitted by Sunday, March 1, 2026. Bricks can be customized with names or messages to commemorate fallen members. Prices vary depending on the size and design: a standard brick with three lines of text costs $100; a brick including the IAM logo costs $125; an 8×8 brick allowing more text or a logo is available for $200. Supporters may also purchase commemorative tiles for $10.
If a local has lost a member due to work-related causes, they may request a complimentary brick in that member’s honor by submitting an order form.
The IAM Workers’ Memorial was completed in 2001 as a tribute to workers who have lost their lives on the job. The site features bricks inscribed with names of fallen members as well as contributions from lodges and individual IAM members.
An annual ceremony is held at the memorial to remember those lost and reaffirm efforts toward workplace safety. The date for this year’s event will be announced soon.
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