May 11 through May 17 is National Police Week

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May 11 through May 17 is National Police Week.

Originally established as National Peace Officer’s Memorial Day by President John F. Kennedy in 1962, today the week containing May 15 is a time to honor all police men and women who risk their lives in the line of duty.

Show your solidarity with the NYPD at a Police Week Blood Drive, Wednesday, May 14, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at the New York City Police Museum. To make an appointment to donate, call

1-212-480-3100, ext. 102.

Visit the New York City Police Museum to explore the history of law enforcement in our great city and attend special programs for kids and their families; display company ID for free admission with one guest. For more information and event schedules, visit:

http://www.nycpolicemuseum.org/

The New York City Police Museum is located at 100 Old Slip (between Water and South Streets) in Manhattan.