06/14/2024
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The MCRD Museum opened its doors in 1987 due to the hard work of Marine retirees and veterans, their families, and friends of the Marine Corps. Since its opening, the Museum has served the Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego/Western Recruiting Region through its mission to train recruits and provide for the continuing education of Marines, support the recruiting effort, and serve as a bridge to t
he civilian community. The Museum is a public-private partnership between the United States Marine Corps and the MCRD Museum Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit public charity that supports the Museum through programs to educate and strengthen the bonds of community between active duty, veterans, families and the public. Their generous support also runs the Museum's website and social media. The Museum is open to the general public six days a week. It is closed on Sundays and all Federal Holidays. Normal museum operating hours are Monday, 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM; Tuesday-Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM and Saturday 10:30 AM to 5:00 PM. Visitors should enter through Gate 5, the Washington Street gate, and if visiting Monday - Friday, stop first at the base's Visitor Center (Pass & ID) to request a visitor pass. Note: Visitors 18 years of age and older must have REALID compliant government issued identification. For questions about base access and ID types, please contact the base's Visitor Center (Pass & ID) at (619) 524-4200, Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM (3:00 PM on Fridays; closed on Federal Holidays). The MCRD Museum's major galleries are: Recruit Training at San Diego; the Mexican-American War in California; the Centennial of the Base; World War I; World War II; the Korean War; the Vietnam War; and the Forward Deployed Gallery, an amalgam of history post-Vietnam featuring operations in the 1980's and 1900's such as Grenada and Beirut, Panama, Somalia, Haiti, Operation Desert Shield/Storm, and the 2000's and 2010's Global War on Terror featuring conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan. Smaller exhibits include the history of the Marine Corps Women's Reserve (MCWR) in World War II; Medals and Decorations, Edged Weapons, and Fi****ms. Field guns are displayed in the museum's courtyard behind the museum building.
06/12/2024
On this day in 1961 President John F. Kennedy signed a Presidential Proclamation calling for the American flag to be flown at the Marine Corps War Memorial in Arlington, Virginia, "at all times during the day and night."
Don't forget to Save the Date for this year's Globe & Anchor Salute Gala, supporting the functionality and technical support of the MCRD San Diego Command Museum!
06/10/2024
Father's Day is just around the corner! Get the perfect gift for your Marine dad and receive 20% off your order. Visit our online gift shop at https://shop.mcrdmhs.org/collections/fathers-day-gifts
06/10/2024
Save the date and join us to help promote the legacy of the Marine Corps🇺🇸
So mark your Calendars for this years Fundraising Gala to support the MCRD San Diego Command Museum and its' programs🇺🇸
06/07/2024
Congratulations Lima Company!
The new Marines of Lima Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, graduated from Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego on June 7th, 2024.
Graduation took place at the completion of the 13-week transformation which included training for drill, marksmanship, basic combat skills, and Marines Corps customs and traditions.
Following graduation, the Marines were given 10 days of leave before taking the next step in training at the School of Infantry at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California.
Semper Fidelis to our new Marines!
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05/31/2024
Congratulations Fox Company!
The new Marines of Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, graduated from Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego on May 31st, 2024.
Graduation took place at the completion of the 13-week transformation which included training for drill, marksmanship, basic combat skills, and Marines Corps customs and traditions.
Following graduation, the Marines were given 10 days of leave before taking the next step in training at the School of Infantry at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California.
Semper Fidelis Marines!
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05/10/2024
Congratulations Kilo Company!
The new Marines of Kilo Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, graduated from Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego on May 10th, 2024.
Graduation took place at the completion of the 13-week transformation which included training for drill, marksmanship, basic combat skills, and Marines Corps customs and traditions.
Following graduation, the Marines were given 10 days of leave before taking the next step in training at the School of Infantry at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California.
Semper Fidelis Marines!
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05/03/2024
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04/30/2024
With the 6th Annual Sgt Lucas T. Pyeatt Memorial Golf Tournament quickly approaching, we'd like to thank those who have donated to the tournament! Their donations will be used as prizes for our raffles and different golfing contests that'll be taking place.
Once again we thank all those who have contributed, it has been greatly appreciated!
04/19/2024
Congratulations Alpha Company!
The new Marines of Alpha Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, graduated from Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego on April 19th, 2024.
Graduation took place at the completion of the 13-week transformation which included training for drill, marksmanship, basic combat skills, and Marines Corps customs and traditions.
Following graduation, the Marines were given 10 days of leave before taking the next step in training at the School of Infantry at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California.
Semper Fidelis Marines!
Visit our website: www.mcrdmuseumfoundation.org
Visit our gift shop: https://shop.mcrdmhs.org
04/18/2024
The MCRD Museum Foundation 6th Annual Sgt Lucas T. Pyeatt Memorial Golf Tournament is now under a month away!
There are still Golf Tournament tickets available to purchase.
If you wish to create a team of 4 to play, we have the ticket for you. If you wish to join as a spectator, we also have the ticket for you! There are also opportunities to donate or sponsor. We also offer an opportunity of those not local to Southern California the chance to donate to the cause, our Peer-to-Peer Fundraising.
This is a Golf Tournament with a patriotic theme for those to participate, donate, or sponsor, as we remember the legacy and sacrifice of Sgt Lucas T. Pyeatt.🇺🇸
Being held on Saturday, 4 May 2024 at the Oaks North Golf Course, located at 12602 Oaks N Dr. San Diego, CA 92128⛳️
Join us for fun day full of Golf and Spectating, food and drinks, with camaraderie, and fundraising in support of the MCRD Museum and Foundation!!
This 2024 Golf Tournament is supporting our VOICE program, an initiative developed to support Marines, Sailors, veterans, their families, and families of the fallen.
Purchase Tickets Here: https://paybee.io/@8
Sponsor or Donate Here: https://paybee.io/@10
Peer-to-Peer Fundraising: https://paybee.io/@11
04/13/2024
Congratulations Mike Company!
The new Marines of Mike Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, graduated from Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego on April 12th, 2024.
Graduation took place at the completion of the 13-week transformation which included training for drill, marksmanship, basic combat skills, and Marines Corps customs and traditions.
Following graduation, the Marines were given 10 days of leave before taking the next step in training at the School of Infantry at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California.
Visit our website: www.mcrdmuseumfoundation.org
Visit our gift shop: https://shop.mcrdmhs.org
04/10/2024
You still have a couple days left to gear up and get your swag ready for Mike Company’s Graduation on 12 April!🇺🇸
Why join and shop with us? Our collection of high quality items are sourced exclusively from USMC licensed vendors and a handful of veteran owned business owners. Additionally, proceeds in the gift shop GOES DIRECTLY BACK to the Museum to help fund programs that serve your Marine and our Veterans🇺🇸
In addition to helping to promote the legacy of the Marine Corps, you will also receive our “Depot Dispatch” magazine, access to member events, and more.
Semper Fi!🇺🇸
Check out our Online Store HERE
https://shop.mcrdmhs.org
04/08/2024
The MCRD Museum Foundation 6th Annual Sgt Lucas T. Pyeatt Memorial Golf Tournament is now under a month away!
There are still Golf Tournament tickets available to purchase.
If you wish to create a team of 4 to play, we have the ticket for you. If you wish to join as a spectator, we also have the ticket for you! There are also opportunities to donate or sponsor. We also offer an opportunity of those not local to Southern California the chance to donate to the cause, our Peer-to-Peer Fundraising.
This is a Golf Tournament with a patriotic theme for those to participate, donate, or sponsor, as we remember the legacy and sacrifice of Sgt Lucas T. Pyeatt.🇺🇸
Being held on Saturday, 4 May 2024 at the Oaks North Golf Course, located at 12602 Oaks N Dr. San Diego, CA 92128⛳️
Join us for fun day full of Golf and Spectating, food and drinks, with camaraderie, and fundraising in support of the MCRD Museum and Foundation!!
This 2024 Golf Tournament is supporting our VOICE program, an initiative developed to support Marines, Sailors, veterans, their families, and families of the fallen.
Purchase Tickets Here: https://paybee.io/@8
Sponsor or Donate Here: https://paybee.io/@10
Peer-to-Peer Fundraising: https://paybee.io/@11
04/05/2024
Congratulations Hotel Company!
The new Marines of Hotel Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, graduated from Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego on April 5th, 2024.
Graduation took place at the completion of the 13-week transformation which included training for drill, marksmanship, basic combat skills, and Marines Corps customs and traditions.
Following graduation, the Marines were given 10 days of leave before taking the next step in training at the School of Infantry at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California.
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03/27/2024
🇺🇸🇺🇸 Looking for a way to help promote the legacy of the Marine Corps? 🇺🇸🇺🇸
Do you want to support the legacy of the Marine Corps but are not local to Southern California? You can help us at the MCRD Museum Foundation by participating in our peer-to-peer fundraiser for our 6th Annual Sgt Pyeatt Memorial Golf Tournament!
A peer-to-peer fundraiser is a type of fundraising campaign where individuals raise money on behalf of a cause or organization, typically through personal networks and social connections. Simply pick a fundraising goal or come up with your own amount that you'd like to raise with your network for the MCRD Museum Foundation.
You can donate any amount and send the link to your friends, family, and social network, and encourage them to help you reach your fundraising goal on behalf of the MCRD Museum Foundation!
Funds raised support the Veteran Outreach & Increased Community Engagement (VOICE) program, an Iraq and Afghanistan Military Service Memorial honoring the service and sacrifices of Post 9/11 Veterans, and a youth education program.
Our goal is to raise $10,000 from our peer-to-peer fundraiser by our golf tournament on May 4th! Every donation counts and is appreciated! We sincerely thank you for your efforts in supporting the Command Museum Mission!
Do you want to support the legacy of the Marine Corps but are not local to Southern California? You can support us by participating in our peer-to-peer fundraiser for our 6th Annual Sgt Pyeatt Memorial Golf Tournament! A peer-to-peer fundraiser is a type of fundraising campaign where individuals rai...
03/09/2024
Congratulations Delta Company!
The new Marines of Delta Company, 1st Recruit Training Battalion, graduated from Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego on March 8th, 2024.
Graduation took place at the completion of the 13-week transformation which included training for drill, marksmanship, basic combat skills, and Marines Corps customs and traditions.
Following graduation, the Marines were given 10 days of leave before taking the next step in training at the School of Infantry at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California.
Visit our website: www.mcrdmuseumfoundation.org
Visit our gift shop: https://shop.mcrdmhs.org/To
02/27/2024
The MCRD Museum Foundation is proud to announce that the 6th Annual Sgt Lucas T. Pyeatt Memorial Golf Tourament will be held on Saturday, 4 May 2024 at the Oaks North Golf Course, located at 12602 Oaks N Dr. San Diego, CA 92128⛳️
Join us for fun day full of Golf and Spectating, food and drinks, with camaraderie, and fundraising in support of the MCRD Museum and Foundation!!
This 2024 Golf Tournament is supporting our VOICE program, an initiative developed to support Marines, Sailors, veterans, their families, and families of the fallen.
Purchase Tickets Here: https://paybee.io/@8
02/24/2024
Congratulations India Company!
The new Marines of India Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, graduated from Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego on Feb. 23rd, 2024.
Graduation took place at the completion of the 13-week transformation which included training for drill, marksmanship, basic combat skills, and Marines Corps customs and traditions.
Following graduation, the Marines were given 10 days of leave before taking the next step in training at the School of Infantry at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California.
Visit our website: www.mcrdmuseumfoundation.org
Visit our gift shop: https://shop.mcrdmhs.org/To
02/13/2024
Congratulations Echo Company!
The new Marines of Echo Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, graduated from Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego on Feb. 9th, 2024.
Graduation took place at the completion of the 13-week transformation which included training for drill, marksmanship, basic combat skills, and Marines Corps customs and traditions.
Following graduation, the Marines were given 10 days of leave before taking the next step in training at the School of Infantry at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California.
Visit our website: www.mcrdmuseumfoundation.org
Visit our gift shop: https://shop.mcrdmhs.org/To
02/09/2024
A rainbow is shining over MCRD San Diego, just in time for Echo Company’s graduation. Congratulations to the new Marines of Echo Company!
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01/25/2024
Shout out to ☕️Black Rifle Coffee Company☕️ for helping to make Family Day even better! 🇺🇸 Black Rifle Coffee Company
Be sure to visit the Museum when you’re on the Depot and get a cup of Black Rifle from the MCRD Museum Foundation to start (or continue) your Family Day! 🇺🇸
01/24/2024
Congratulations Fox Company!
The new Marines of Fox Company, 2nd Recruit Training Battalion, graduated from Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego on Dec. 15, 2023.
Graduation took place at the completion of the 13-week transformation which included training for drill, marksmanship, basic combat skills, and Marines Corps customs and traditions.
Following graduation, the Marines were given 10 days of leave before taking the next step in training at the School of Infantry at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, California.
Visit our website: www.mcrdmuseumfoundation.org
Visit our gift shop: https://shop.mcrdmhs.org/
01/15/2024
ASAP (Armed Services Arts Partnership) is a nonprofit organization that provides free classes, workshops, and shows to people in the military community (including veterans, service members, military family members, and caregivers). Sign up now for this upcoming workshop! Find out more at www.asapasap.org
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01/08/2024
Congratulations Charlie Company!
U.S. Marines with Charlie Company march in formation during their graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego on Dec. 8, 2023. Graduation took place at the completion of the 13-week transformation, which included training for drill, marksmanship, basic combat skills, and Marine Corps customs and traditions.
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12/25/2023
Merry Christmas from the MCRD Command Museum!
We wish an especially Merry Christmas to our deployed Marines and Sailors. Thank you for your sacrifice in order to stay ready and safeguard our nation.
Semper Fidelis!
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12/23/2023
The MCRD Command Museum will be closed on Monday, December 25 and Saturday, December 30.
The MCRD Command Museum wishes the very best to you and yours during this holiday season!
Visit our website: www.mcrdmuseumfoundation.org
Visit our gift shop: https://shop.mcrdmhs.org/
Use the code JINGLE75 to get FREE SHIPPING on orders over $75!
12/22/2023
The MCRD San Diego Command Museum and MCRD Museum Foundation could not function without the faithful service from our incredible Docents and Volunteers🫶
We recently had the privilege to honor our docents and volunteers at our Holiday Social and name the Docent of the Year and Volunteer of the Year: Props to Henry Ruczewski and Joseph ‘Bob’ Egan this year!! We could not do this without you🇺🇸
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Visit our gift shop: https://shop.mcrdmhs.org/
Use the code JINGLE75 to get FREE SHIPPING on orders over $75!
12/18/2023
Congratulations Kilo Company!
U.S. Marines with Kilo Company, 3rd Recruit Training Battalion, march in formation during their graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego on Dec. 1, 2023. Graduation took place at the completion of the 13-week transformation, which included training for drill, marksmanship, basic combat skills, and Marine Corps customs and traditions.
Have you bought Christmas presents for the Marines in your life? Use the code JINGLE75 to get FREE SHIPPING on orders over $75! We are the only organization whose revenues directly support MCRD San Diego, the Command Museum, and programs for recruits, active duty, military families, and at-risk youth. We would greatly appreciate it if you consider using the gift shop as your resource for buying all things MCRD and USMC related.
Visit our website: www.mcrdmuseumfoundation.org
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12/08/2023
The holiday cheer is strong here in the Command Museum Gift Shop🎄
Be sure to visit us when you are here for Family Day and Graduation! We are also available 24/7 online for all your gift-giving needs. Why shop here? Our collection of high quality items are sourced exclusively from USMC licensed vendors and a handful of veteran owned business owners. Additionally, money spent in the gift shop goes directly back to the Museum to help fund programs that serve your Marine and our Veterans🇺🇸
Thank you for shopping with us and Semper fi! Shop.mcrdmhs.org
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Shop our graduation styles to show support for your Marine! Celebrate Bravo Company graduation on June 21! 🇺🇸
Shop our graduation styles to show support for your Marine! Celebrate Bravo Company graduation on June 21! 🇺🇸
Shop our graduation styles to show support for your Marine! Celebrate Bravo Company graduation on June 21! 🇺🇸
Congratulations Charlie Company! U.S. Marines with Charlie Company march in formation during their graduation ceremony at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego on Dec. 8, 2023. Graduation took place at the completion of the 13-week transformation, which included training for drill, marksmanship, basic combat skills, and Marine Corps customs and traditions. Visit our website: www.mcrdmuseumfoundation.org Visit our gift shop: https://shop.mcrdmhs.org/
Happy Birthday Marines! Here's to 248 years of the world's finest fighting force. The Corp’s rich history would not exist without the Marines who gave their all and then some, paving the way for future generations. The Marine Corps continues to instill honor, courage, and commitment into its Marines, holding them to the highest standard of excellence. Wherever you are, whether at home or abroad, we wish you a Happy 248th Birthday! Semper fi! Buy your favorite Marine a Marine Corps birthday gift (celebrated on Nov. 10) at the MCRD Museum online store at https://shop.mcrdmhs.org/ Visit our website: www.mcrdmuseumfoundation.org
This week we had another successful Tun Tavern Tuesday! This is a free event put on by the MCRD Museum Foundation, open to everyone. With live music, tacos, games, and drinks, fun was had by all! Events like these are made possible through funds from our gift shop sales and from our generous donors. Thank you to all who made this possible and to all who attended.
On this day in history, the “Star-Spangled Banner” officially became our national anthem! #OTD #mcrd #mcrdsandiego #marines
A few sights and sounds from MCRD San Diego today: #WeMakeMarines
75th Anniversary of Marine Corps Women's Reserve
As we continue to celebrate Women Marines History Month at the MCRD Command Museum, we wanted to share this video. We want to wish all the Marines attending the Women Marines Convention this weekend to have a great time! Lastly, as a reminder, don't forget to pre-order your Women Marines Centennial Challenge Coin from the Museum Gift Shop! Pre-order sale ends September 1st! All proceeds support the MCRD San Diego Museum and its programs for Marines, Sailors, Gold Star, and their families. https://shop.mcrdmhs.org/products/women-marines-centennial-challenge-coin #USMC #WomenMarines #Semperfi #SanDiego
Tun Tavern Tuesday here we go!
You already know it's Tun Tavern Tuesday!
We're having a blast at Tun Tavern Taco Tuesday
Tun Tavern Taco Tuesday!
Married Music at Tun Tavern Tuesday!
Married Music live at Tun Tavern Tuesday
The Silver Bar Band is killing it tonight at Tun Tavern Tuesday! #USMC #Marines #SanDiego #craftbeer #u2 #military #history #tuntavern #mcrdmuseum
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