Quantico

Despite Shutdown, Marine Corps Museum Opens to Celebrate Marines’ 250th Birthday

“The National Museum of the Marine Corps will reopen Monday – despite the ongoing federal government shutdown – to celebrate the Corps’ 250th birthday,” Prince William Times reported. “A cake-cutting ceremony will take place on Monday, Nov. 10 at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Cake will be served to everyone.”

The public is invited to attend the free, daylong celebration at the National Museum of the Marine Corps in Triangle, featuring performances by “The President’s Own” Marine Band, activities for all ages, and limited-edition challenge coin hunts throughout Semper Fidelis Memorial Park. Outside of Monday’s special reopening, the museum remains closed due to the shutdown.

Be a Local in the Know. Get All the News & Fewer Ads. Since 2010, Potomac Local News has produced honest, trusted local news reporting. Please become a member today for 100% access, and support community journalism.

Author

  • I'm the Founder and Publisher of Potomac Local News. Raised in Woodbridge, I'm now raising my family in Northern Virginia and care deeply about our community. If you're not getting our FREE email newsletter, you are missing out. Subscribe Now!

    View all posts