Request to Display a Cultural Flag

Policy

The City of Worcester is a diverse community with residents of different cultural backgrounds from around the world. As such, we recognize that the raising and displaying of cultural flags enhances public awareness of this fact and expresses respect to all members of our community.

The City of Worcester wishes to ensure that the displaying of cultural flags is exercised in a consistent and appropriate manner. Therefore, consideration for approval will be on a first come first served basis. The City of Worcester Human Rights Policy will guide decision making for granting the display of cultural flags.

Flags are typically displayed for a one‐day period. To ensure an equitable process, flags are limited to being raised once per calendar year. Flags must be dropped off at the City Manager's Office, Room 306, no later than two (2) days prior to date requested to be raised and picked up within two (2) days after being displayed.

This policy applies to flags displayed at City Hall.

Procedure

1. Requests to display a cultural flag must be submitted to the Human Rights & Accessibility Office for consideration. We encourage you to submit your request online, however, you may also submit a Request to Display a Cultural Flag at City Hall for a Day form via Email, Fax or US Mail.
2. Requests to display cultural flags must be made at least two (2) weeks in advance of the date it is to be raised and not greater than one year; must be Monday through Friday; must not already be reserved.
3. Please provide information regarding the reason for your request (i.e. Nation’s Independence Day, upcoming cultural festival, etc.).
4. All flags temporarily displayed will:
• Be in good condition and free of tears and/or tattered edges
• Be supplied by and be the responsibility of the applicant
• Be on display in front of City Hall, 455 Main Street.

Flag Specifications

The flag measurements are minimum of 4' x 6' and maximum of 5' x 8', standard outdoor flag (ie: waterproof and heavy duty) and should have 3 metal grommets.

Start Application

Please select the date for the flag to be flown. Requests to display cultural flags must be made at least two (2) weeks in advance of the date it is to be raised and not greater than one year. Today is March 27, 2025.

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Please Note

• Ceremonial requests may be made to the Mayor's Office or City Council.
• For permit and event planning questions and requests please see Plan an Event.
• For questions and additional requests relating to the flag raising contact the Office of Human Rights at 508‐799‐1995 or Email Us.