Centennial of the Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego
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A new "Centennial of the Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego" exhibition opens Dec. 1, 2021 and will be on display at the MCRD Command Museum.
December 2021 commemorates 100 years since the opening of a permanent Marine base in San Diego. Explore the early history of the Marines in San Diego at the Command Museum’s new exhibit in honor of the Marine Corps Recruit Depot.
Admission is free!
For more information, visit www.mcrdmuseum.org or call 619-524-6719
Museum Hours of Operation:
Mon 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Tue-Fri 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Family Day Thu 8 a.m. to 4:45 p.m.
Sat 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
MCRD Command Museum
The MCRD Command Museum boasts one of the most extensive and comprehensive displays of Marine Corps historical items in the Nation. Thanks to the efforts of the MCRD Museum Historical Society and a grant from the County of San Diego's County Enhancement Program, the Museum now has 15 different gallery and exhibit movie presentations on the web site. The movies vary in length from 90 seconds to about six minutes and provide an informative and educational tour of the Museum. Mission To provide an educational setting that portrays the legacy of the Marine Corps for the training of recruits and the continuing education of Marines, that functions as a supporting arm to the recruiting effort, and that serves as a bridge to the civilian community. Admission Admission is free and military identification is not required, although admittance to the Depot requires a photo identification card, driver's license and proof of insurance if driving aboard base.