Retirement, Promotion and Reenlistment Ceremonies

Ceremony Requirements:

• NO WALK IN CEREMONIES PERMITTED.  Ceremonies must be scheduled in advance.
• Ceremonies are allowed in Leatherneck Gallery and outside of the Museum. 
• Ceremonies with less than 10 guests are allowed in certain historical galleries. (No sound system, flags or chairs allowed in the historical galleries.)  Ceremonies must be scheduled in advance.
• Ceremonies begin at 0930 and must conclude by 1630. Promotions are scheduled for 30 minutes. Retirements are afforded 60 minutes.
• You may arrange colors. We can provide the National Ensign and the branches of service and their respective stands. Please note that we neither post GO/Flag Officer standards within the Museum nor do we have a Navy flag available for use.
• We can provide a podium.
• We can provide a sound system, microphone and speakers for Leatherneck Gallery ceremonies. A two week notice is required.
• You may bring soft, appropriate music. Live music is conditionally allowed; please ensure to include this in your request.
• Due to a limited set up space, chairs are conditionally permitted and prior approval is required. Please note that a ceremony with over 100 chairs requires the Director’s approval.
• DO NOT PLACE TAPE OR ADHESIVE PRODUCT ON THE CHAIRS OR FLOOR.
• Please provide working party for set up and break down of chairs, podium, and colors.
• No outside food or beverages permitted.
• Receptions at the Museum are managed by the Marine Corps Heritage Foundation. For more information please contact the Special Events team at 703-649-2350 or events@marineheritage.org.

Submit your reservation request electronically (see form on this page) or download the Military Ceremony Reservation Form and email it to ceremonies@marineheritage.org.

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