Welcome to the MCRD San Diego Museum! This museum is free and open to the public.
'Like' and 'Share' our page! The MCRD Museum in San Diego shows the history of the Marines in California, and the history of the Marine Corps from 1921 to the present day.
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Major galleries include: From Sea to Shining Sea: The California Campaign of the Mexican-American War, The Early Days (the construction of MCRD and history up until WWII), World War II, The Korean War, the Vietnam War, Operation Forward Deployed: The Marine Corps Since Vietnam, The History of Boot Camp, and Medals and Decorations. Other highlights of the museum exhibits include two armories featuring weapons used by the Marines, their allies, and their enemies; the Waterhouse Gallery of artwork of the Marines in the Mexican-American War; a temporary exhibit gallery, currently showing the satellite exhibit From Presidio to Pacific Powerhouse; a recreation of an MCRD Squad Bay. The museum maintains a reference center, comprised of an archives and a research library, which is free for patrons to use. The reference center contains photographs, newspapers, books, maps, cruise books and platoon books, manuscripts, and ephemera such as comic books, blood chits, menus, postcards, sheet music, etc. The museum also has an education program designed to teach Marine Corps history, tradition, and values. Guided tours, classes, workshops are all free. The museum also offers free merit badge workshops for Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts. Museum staff is happy to travel to local classrooms to teach and will gladly send curriculum to out of area educators. The MCRD Museum Historical Foundation is a 501 C-3 that supports the MCRD Museum by fundraising and by providing volunteer support. The Foundation runs the museum gift shop.
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Celebrate 100 years of MCRD San Diego with this Depot Centennial Coin! Each coin features the iconic yellow footprints and the official logo of this year's Depot Centennial. Get yours today! Proceeds help support the Command Museum and programs for our military community!
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Order the Marine Corps Recruit Depot Centennial Coin, celebrating 100 years of the world's finest fighting force in America's finest city. This large, 2-inch diameter coin features a double diamond cut. It also features the Eagle, Globe & Anchor on the front with the words "100 years" above. The...
Congratulations Kilo Company!
Congratulations to the newest Marines of Kilo Company!
GRADUATION UPDATE: Great news families! It appears beginning 22 April, that limited public graduations will return to MCRD San Diego! Please see the below press release from MCRD San Diego. A reminder that you should continue to rely on information from your Marine, your recruiter, and the official base communication channels. While we work aboard MCRD San Diego and directly support the command, the MCRD Museum and Foundation do not directly speak for the base. We will continue to strive to provide you with the most up to date information we have. We are excited to begin welcoming you all back and hope full public graduations are able to commence in the near future. Semper Fi!
official websites at: https://www.mcrdsd.marines.mil/
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#OTD: 9 April 2003 - U.S. Forces took control of Baghdad following the collapse of enemy resistance. Marines would also assist Iraqi civilians in toppling a large statue of Saddam Hussein in downtown Firdos Square.
#OTD: 9 April 2003 - U.S. Forces took control of Baghdad following the collapse of enemy resistance. Marines would also assist Iraqi civilians in toppling a large statue of Saddam Hussein in downtown Firdos Square.
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5 April 2004 - First Battle of Fallujah
Seventeen years ago, on 5 April 2004, Marines from I Marine Expeditionary Force shut down access to the Iraqi city of Fallujah in the opening days of Operation Vigilant Resolve.
This was meant to isolate and seek out insurgents hiding in the city after the murder and mutilation of four American contractors.
📸USMC LCpl Kenneth E. Madden III
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2021 marks 100 years of MCRD San Diego. Commemorate the Depot's incredible legacy with our centennial pint glass! Each glass features the official logo of the 2021 centennial and proceeds help support the MCRD Museum and programs for our Marines, Sailors, veterans, and Gold Star Families.
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Order the Marine Corps Recruit Depot Centennial Coin, celebrating 100 years of the world's finest fighting force in America's finest city. This large, 2-inch diameter coin features a double diamond cut. It also features the Eagle, Globe & Anchor on the front with the words "100 years" above. The...
27 March 1996 -- #OTD Marine Major General Carol Mutter is the first female nominated for three-star rank in any of the services.
📸: MajGen Carol Mutter
#WomensHistoryMonth
Congratulations #AlphaCompany
Alpha Company graduated from MCRD San Diego earlier today. Watch their graduation ceremony here on our page!
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Congratulations #AlphaCompany
Alpha Company graduated from MCRD San Diego earlier today. Watch their graduation ceremony here on our page!
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Today is #NationalMedalOfHonorDay
On this day we recognize the heroism and sacrifice of all Medal of Honor recipients. This holiday has been celebrated since 1991, when George H. W. Bush signed Public Law 101-564 on November 15, 1990.
Today is #NationalMedalOfHonorDay
On this day we recognize the heroism and sacrifice of all Medal of Honor recipients. This holiday has been celebrated since 1991, when George H. W. Bush signed Public Law 101-564 on November 15, 1990.
20 March 2003-Operation Iraqi Freedom begins
On this day in 2003, Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF) began with the launching of approximately 40 Tomahawk cruise missiles at 5:34 a.m. The missiles, which were launched from six U.S. Navy ships, were aimed at three designated military targets around Baghdad, Iraq, in an attempt to kill or maim Saddam Hussein. U.S. Air Force F117 stealth fighters were also involved in the opening strike. Marines from I MEF crossed the Kuwait border into southern Iraq in the first push to Baghdad. A firefight between American and Iraqi ground forces occurred when a patrol of light armored vehicles from the 1st Marine Division encountered two Iraqi armored personnel carriers. The Marines destroyed the enemy and moved forward quickly, capturing key facilities in Rumelia, Iraq’s southern oil fields. Marines saved all but nine of nearly 500 oil wells from sabotage before continuing toward the Iraqi capital.
📸: Marine M1A1 Abrams main battle tanks with Company C, 1st Tank Battalion, line up and prepare to meet the enemy near Safwan Hill, Iraq, during the opening moves of Operation Iraqi Freedom.
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Congratulations to #MikeCompany who graduated from MCRD San Diego earlier today! Watch their graduation ceremony online now!:
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Marines with Mike Company participate in a graduation ceremony, here aboard Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego.
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Happy St. Patrick's Day, #Marines!
Happy St. Patrick's Day, #Marines!
13 March 1943-Women Marines Officer Candidates
#OTD in 1943, the first group of 71 Women Marine officer candidates arrived at the U.S. Midshipmen School (Women's Reserve) at Mount Holyoke College in South Hadley, Massachusetts. The Navy's willingness to share training facilities enabled the Marine Corps to begin training Marine Corps Women's Reserve (MCWR) officers just one month after the creation of the MCWR was announced.
PHOTO: The first group of women to be trained as officers pose in their makeshift uniforms with Major Brewster Rhodes and Warrant Officer Edwards.
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Happy 0311 Day to all infantry Marines!
Semper Fi, #Marines!
Happy 0311 Day to all infantry Marines!
Semper Fi, #Marines!
#MarineMonday -- Major General Angela Salinas
For today's Marine Monday, we are highlighting Major General Angela Salinas, a female Marine who broke many barriers.
Salinas served in the Marine Corps from 1974 to 2013 and achieved several firsts for women throughout her service.
In 1989, she became the first female to command a recruiting station during the challenging, peace-time, recruiting environment leading up to Operation Desert Storm.
The Texas native’s continued top-tier performance resulted in her assignment as the first woman to command a Marine Corps recruiting district. In 2006, upon her promotion to the rank of brigadier general, she assumed the duties as the first female Commanding General of Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego & the Western Recruiting Region.
Salinas led her team with fairness, firmness, dignity, and compassion during the time when Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego exclusively trained male recruits.
In 2009, she assumed the position as the Director of Manpower Management for Manpower and Reserves Affairs. Promoted to the rank of major general in 2012, she served her final year on active duty in that post, and in 2013, retired from that post after 39 years of military service.
Find out more about our featured female Marines for #WomensHistoryMonth on our website: https://www.usmcmuseum.com/womenshistory.html
USMC Photo by Lance Cpl. Melissa Lee
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Congratulations #DeltaCompany!
Delta Company graduated from MCRD San Diego earlier today in a ceremony at Shepherd Field Parade Deck. Watch their graduation ceremony here on our page.
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Congratulations #DeltaCompany!
Delta Company graduated from MCRD San Diego earlier today in a ceremony at Shepherd Field Parade Deck. Watch their graduation ceremony here on our page.
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Marine - A Title Earned, Never Given
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Celebrate your new Marine's graduation with this commemorative Crucible challenge coin! Purchase this exclusive Marine Corps Crucible coin online here!
#DeltaCompany is set to graduate from MCRD San Diego tomorrow! Watch their graduation ceremony tomorrow here on our page at 1600!
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#DeltaCompany is set to graduate from MCRD San Diego tomorrow! Watch their graduation ceremony tomorrow here on our page at 1600!
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Photos from National Museum of the Marine Corps's post
Marine Band San Diego is live now from the Museum Courtyard! Catch their live stream here on the MCRD San Diego Youtube Page: https://youtu.be/bsDjkmPDbMQ
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#OTD: 19 February 1945 - US Marines land on Iwo Jima in a morning amphibious landing. The island, defended by heavily entrenched Japanese forces, would be secured after weeks of intense fighting and bloodshed.
The invasion fleet consisted of the three Marine divisions of about 70,000 men, around 450 naval ships of various types, as well as several thousand Navy Seabees. Over five weeks of fierce fighting, the Marines suffered more than 25,000 casualties, including nearly 7,000 dead. The Japanese suffered even more devastating losses, with around 18,000 killed. Few enemy combatants were taken prisoner, the rest were listed as missing and presumed dead.
This battle would go down in history as one of the Marine Corps' finest moments and one of their hardest fought battles.
#OTD: 19 February 1945 - US Marines land on Iwo Jima in a morning amphibious landing. The island, defended by heavily entrenched Japanese forces, would be secured after weeks of intense fighting and bloodshed.
The invasion fleet consisted of the three Marine divisions of about 70,000 men, around 450 naval ships of various types, as well as several thousand Navy Seabees. Over five weeks of fierce fighting, the Marines suffered more than 25,000 casualties, including nearly 7,000 dead. The Japanese suffered even more devastating losses, with around 18,000 killed. Few enemy combatants were taken prisoner, the rest were listed as missing and presumed dead.
This battle would go down in history as one of the Marine Corps' finest moments and one of their hardest fought battles.
Photos from National Museum of the Marine Corps's post
1600 Henderson Ave., Bldg. 26
San Diego, CA
92140
The MTS San Diego 10 line stops in front of Gate 4 of Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego. All visitors must show a valid government ID at the gate to enter the installation.
The museum is closed Saturdays near Federal holidays (see museum calendar on the website, www.usmchistory.org) and most federal holidays.
| Monday | 08:30 - 16:00 |
| Tuesday | 08:30 - 16:00 |
| Wednesday | 08:30 - 16:00 |
| Thursday | 08:30 - 16:00 |
| Friday | 08:30 - 16:00 |
| Saturday | 08:30 - 16:00 |
Museum Gift Shop
Open Monday-Friday
8:30 A.M. to 3:00 PM
Lots of Marine Corps souvenirs available!
Every other Monday the hours are 0800-1500
Closed Saturdays and federal holidays
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A few sights and sounds from MCRD San Diego today: #WeMakeMarines
Supporting the military community and our Gold Star Families is a cause close to our hearts. This #GivingTuesdayNow and everyday we are so thankful for all who have sacrificed so much for our country. To support programs for our Marines, Sailors, veterans, and Gold Star families: mcrdmuseum.org/give
#ICYMI #RiseUpNetwork recently hosted MCRD Museum Foundation Deputy Director Chris Weimer for a podcast conversation on his service, the Command Museum, and some of the exciting programs the museum offers. Check out the episode preview and listen to the the full podcast at the linked below! - Listen Now: https://bit.ly/2phqofF
Have you ever wondered what goes into creating a museum gallery or exhibit? Watch here to take a behind the scenes look at the exhibit design process at the Command Museum!
Located in the Command Museum, The Forward Deployed Gallery covers a period of time from 1976 to present day. Included in the Gallery are weapons, artifacts, and displays on Marine Corps campaigns, expeditions, conflicts and more. Watch here to learn about the Forward Deployed Gallery from Command Museum docent, MGySgt Artie Allen III (USMC, Ret.)
We invite you to learn a little more about the Command Museum and the initiatives we support in order to achieve our goal of preserving the legacy of the Marine Corps. Our artifacts and our galleries are just the beginning of what we represent, and we hope you enjoy hearing a bit about how we are more than a museum. To learn more, visit us online: mcrdmuseum.org/programs/voice
On December 4, 2018 the MCRD Command Museum hosted the monthly Tun Tavern Tuesday and here is a video recap of special moments we captured from the event.
Last Saturday, the museum hosted its 2018 Memorial Christmas Tree Ceremony and Holiday Celebration for museum members, volunteers, and Gold Star Families. We also presented the annual volunteer awards to recognize all the volunteers who contributed to the MCRD Command Museum this year. Thank you to all whom attended and contributed to our annual Toys for Tots Drive. We wish you Happy Holidays! Semper Fidelis!
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
Tun Tavern Tuesday with Chipp Cordermann and the PC’s
A big thank you to Pacific Marine Credit Union for continuing to support the Command Museum's VOICE Program. VOICE, or Veteran Outreach & Increased Community Engagement, provides programs, resources, and events annually for our active duty, veterans, their families, and the community at large that provide resources, information, and connect people from all walks of life within the greater San Diego area. In the video clip below, Bill Birnie, President and CEO of Pacific Marine, talks about why it is important for him personally and for PMCU to be involved in the VOICE program. Thank you Pacific Marine for continuing to be so supportive of the Command Museum and our Marine Corps family!
The Silver Bar Band playing for us at Tun Tavern Tuesday!
Billy Watson!
Bill Watson and his International Band at Tun Tavern Tuesday. Come on over to the museum. We'll be here until 7PM.
Dannie Marie and her band playing a great set at tonight's Tun Tavern Tuesday!
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