Retirement, Promotion and Reenlistment Ceremonies

Click here to download the Military Ceremony Reservation Form.

Ceremony Requirements:

• NO WALK IN CEREMONIES PERMITTED-Ceremonies must be scheduled in advance.
• Please note that ceremonies are only allowed in Leatherneck Gallery and outside of the Museum.  Ceremonies are NOT allowed in the historical galleries.
  
• Ceremonies in Leatherneck Gallery 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 Marine Corps flag and their respective bases.) 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. (Microphones and speakers are your responsibility.)
  
• You may bring soft, appropriate music. (Sound system and extension cords are your responsibility.) 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.
• 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 Visitor Services Specialist Joshua Stephens  at joshua.stephens@usmcu.edu.