Events

The U.S. Navy Memorial
United States Navy Memorial includes both a commemorative public Memorial Plaza and a Naval Heritage Center.

The Memorial Plaza is a round ceremonial amphitheater paved in granite to form a 100-foot diameter of the world. Surrounding the deck of the plaza are fountains, pools, flagpole masts, and sculptural panels depicting historic achievements of the sea services. A symbolic statue of a Lone Sailor stands watch near the edge of the plaza

The Naval Heritage Center offers three major space configurations or combinations thereof, all located in the prestigious Market Square complex in the heart of the bustling Penn Quarter neighborhood of Washington, D.C.

Convenient Location
Served by Washington's Metro system, the Navy Memorial is accessible via the yellow/green lines at the Archives/Navy Memorial/Penn Quarter station. The Memorial is convenient to the Capitol, the White House, Federal Triangle, and the Mall—not to mention numerous museums, monuments, and galleries. The Washington Convention Center is only minutes away.

Events
The United States Navy Memorial annually hosts a series of activities, programs and events designed to appeal to our Sea Service veterans, active duty sailors and their families, and Washington, D.C. visitors who want to learn about our nation's rich maritime heritage.

Click on any of the items to the left to get a full schedule of the programs offered in 2008 at the Navy Memorial.

Events

Jul 01, 2008 Participate in the First Ships Challenge!

The United States Navy Memorial depends on the funds raised during this drive to support our many events, programs, and exhibitions held throughout the year. Through the Ships Challenge, our supporters can join a spirited competition to see which Navy vessel will garner the most gifts. Check the page beginning June 2 to see which vessel is in the lead, and how you can contribute!

Jul 03, 2008 Concerts on the Avenue Summer Schedule is Here!

Every Tuesday at 8:00 pm, come sit under the stars and hear the Navy Band play on the Memorial Plaza. Click here for the full 2008 schedule.

Jul 04, 2008 Fourth of July Celebration at the U.S. Navy Memorial!

Join us on July 4, 2008 as we celebrate Independence Day from 11-3pm. We’ll “Let Freedom Ring” on the Memorial Plaza, and screen some movies inside the Burke theater. Click here to learn more!

Jul 10, 2008 England's Royal Hospital School Band Visits Navy Memorial

Don’t miss this opportunity to enjoy the Royal Hospital School Band’s performance on the Memorial Plaza on June 10 at noon. Click here to learn more!

Jul 28, 2008 Teacher Institute Summer '08 Program

On July 28, General P. X. Kelley, USMC (Ret.), a Vietnam veteran and former Commandant of the Marine Corps, will speak at the U.S. Navy Memorial as a part of the Teacher Institute Summer '08 program. Come and be a part of this unique opportunity offered to middle and high school teachers across the Commonwealth of Virginia. Click here for registration and details.