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USMC Battle Color Detachment Performs at National Museum of the Marine Corps
Join us on July 3 at 7 p.m., as the United States Marine Corps Battle Color Detachment performs at the National Museum of the Marine Corps as part of the Marine Corps Heritage Foundation's Summer Concert Series!
The United States Marine Corps Battle Color Detachment celebrates the historic pride of the Marine Corps through the finest in music and ceremonial drill. From Marine Barracks Washington, D.C., this detachment features “The Commandant’s Own” United States Marine Drum and Bugle Corps, The United States Marine Corps Silent Drill Platoon, and the Official Color Guard of the Marine Corps. Each year, this highly skilled unit of approximately 130 Marines travels worldwide to demonstrate the discipline, professionalism, and “Esprit de Corps” of the United States Marines.
The free Summer Concerts are held outdoors on the National Museum of the Marine Corps' entry plaza, weather permitting. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs or picnic blankets. Please enjoy extended hours before the concert begins. The Museum, Rifle Range, Tun Tavern and Museum Store will be open until 6:45 p.m. Enjoy our trigger happy hour in the Laser Simulated Rifle Range for $2.50. Outdoor concessions will be available. *No alcoholic beverages will be permitted on the Museum grounds.
