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A Historical Venue for All Occasions

Just a short distance from Washington, DC, and conveniently located off I-95, the National Museum of the Marine Corps is a stunning and unique place to host your next special event. A first-class, cutting-edge and world-renowned facility, the National Museum of the Marine Corps offers guests an unforgettable experience amidst some of the nation’s most historic and treasured artifacts.

With several exclusive spaces available for special events, the Museum has the perfect setting for any occasion. When hosting a special event at the National Museum of the Marine Corps, guests receive the same quality and attention to detail that is synonymous with the Marine Corps’ ethos.

​Official events at the Museum for federal government agencies and units are managed by National Museum of the Marine Corps staff. Please contact Visitor Services Chief Scott Gardiner at [email protected].
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 To  learn more about hosting a private event at the museum, please inquire via the Marine Corps Heritage Foundation’s Events Department website.

Retirement, Promotion and Reenlistment Events

There isn’t a more fitting place than the National Museum of the Marine Corps for your promotion, reenlistment or retirement ceremony. Imagine your ceremony with the backdrop of Marine Corps history. There is no charge for military ceremonies.  Reservations are required. 

Military Ceremonies at the Museum