Military

National Museum of the Marine Corps

Triangle, Virginia

About

The National Museum of the Marine Corps in Triangle, Virginia is dedicated to honoring Marine Corps history and preserving its legacy for future generations. Its iconic building, designed by Fentress Architects and opened in 2006, features a soaring glass atrium and a tilted steel mast evoking the flag-raising at Iwo Jima. The museum's galleries trace the history of the Corps from its founding in 1775 to operations in the 21st century.

Highlights & Things Not to Miss

Iwo Jima Gallery

The story of the Pacific's most iconic battle and its famous photograph

Leatherneck Gallery

Marine history from 1775 through WWI in immersive displays

Chosin to the Present

Korea, Vietnam, Gulf War, and contemporary Marine operations