MCRD Museum Historical Society
MCRD San Diego Command Museum
 
Globe and Anchor - U.S. Marines

About the Museum

The MCRD Command Museum boasts one of the most extensive and comprehensive displays of Marine Corps historical items in the Nation.The Museum has over 150,000 annual visitors and occupies 22,233 square feet of indoor space.

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."


Visit the Museum

Open to the public:
Mon-Sat: 8am - 4pm
Thursday: 8am - 4:30pm
Front Desk: 619-524-8431


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.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MCRD San Diego Command Museum


New on-line tour showcases Museum's exhibits...

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.
 
MCRD Museum Video Overview
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BGen Bailey and Society President, Jim Guerin



On his first visit to the MCRD Museum Historical Society, BGen Bailey was presented with a photograph commemorating his assumption of command. Presenting the photo is Society President, Jim Guerin.