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USMC Birthday at The National Museum of the Marine Corps!

USMC Birthday at The National Museum of the Marine Corps!

USMC Birthday at The National Museum of the Marine Corps

Nov 07, 2026 - Nov 11, 2026. 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Celebrate the Marine Corps' 251st Birthday at the National Museum of the Marine Corps


https://www.marineheritage.org/veterans-day-weekend-at-the-museum


Join us at the National Museum of the Marine Corps throughout November to celebrate 251 years of Marine Corps history, honor the generations of Marines who have served, and commemorate the Museum's 20th anniversary! Enjoy special film screenings, birthday cake-cutting ceremonies, opportunities to pay tribute to our nation's veterans, and more!


Marine Corps Birthday Cake Cutting | November 10 at 10 AM & 2 PM
Celebrate the Marine Corps' 251st birthday with a special cake-cutting ceremony at the National Museum of the Marine Corps! Join us as we honor this longstanding Marine Corps tradition and celebrate more than two and a half centuries of service, sacrifice, and tradition.


American Sons | November 7 at 2 PM
Join us for a special screening of American Sons, a powerful film following a brotherhood of Marines navigating life after deployment in Afghanistan and the loss of their friend, Cpl. JV Villarreal. Stay after the film for a panel discussion with special guests connected to the story.


America the Beautiful | November 11 at 2 PM; November 12–25
Experience the nationwide premiere of America the Beautiful on our giant screen! Journey across the country's most breathtaking landscapes while discovering the conservation pioneers and efforts that have helped preserve America's natural wonders for generations. Enjoy a complimentary premiere screening November 11 at 2 PM, followed by Name Your Price screenings November 12–25!


We, the Marines | November 7–11
Experience the story of the United States Marine Corps through We, the Marines, an immersive giant-screen film that takes audiences inside the lives, training, and experiences of Marines. Celebrate the dedication, courage, and brotherhood that have defined the Corps for 251 years with this special Name Your Price screening!


Flags in the Park | November 7–11
Honor the generations of Marines who have served our nation by placing an American flag in Semper Fidelis Memorial Park. Flags will be available for pickup at the Museum's Front Desk or in the Theater Lobby.

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1775 Semper Fidelis Way
Triangle, VA 22172
United States

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