The following is a listing of upcoming historical and educational programs. If you would like further details on any of the programs contact the Deputy Director of Programming or the Office of the Director.

AUGUST

PROGRAM: “History and Traditions Brief.” USNA Midshipmen Program
DATE: 14 August 2010 (Tentative Date)
LOCATION: US Naval Academy, MD
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: A motivational program presented to new inductees (Plebes) to the Naval Academy. The Brief follows the battle history of the U.S. Marine Corps from 1775 to today. The program is presented as part of “Plebe Summer” and is open to Academy Midshipmen and staff and visitors to the Naval Academy.

PROGRAM: “National Museum of Americans in Wartime Open House”
DATE: 21-22 August 2010
LOCATION: VMMV (Cors Ranch), Nokesville, VA
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: The Marine Corps Historical Company will provide a series of demonstrations focusing on the tactics and weapons (including flame throwers) of the mid 20th century, along with an extensive exhibit focusing on the Marine Infantryman through the 20th century. The program is part of an open house provided at the Virginia Museum of Military Vehicles, supporting the new Museum of Americans in Wartime.

SEPTEMBER

PROGRAM: “Defenders Day: The War of 1812 in Maryland”
DATE: 10-12 September 2010
LOCATION: Ft. McHenry National Historical Park, Baltimore, MD
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: The Marine Corps Historical Company, as part of a major living history based program celebration titled “Defenders Day” commemorating the battle of Baltimore in 1814, will present ongoing and scheduled living history demonstrations (including Naval Artillery), exhibits, and lectures focusing on the U.S. Marines in the War of 1812. All programing is open to the general public through the National Park Service.

OCTOBER

PROGRAM: Anniversary of the John Brown Raid: “All Things Marine: Harpers Ferry and the U.S. Marines.”
DATE: 16-17 October 2010
LOCATION: Harpers Ferry National Historical Park, WV
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: The Marine Corps Historical Company, working in conjunction with the National Park Service will present a multifaceted program celebrating the Annivercery of the Marine involvement in the famous John Brown Raid, and the ties between the U.S. Marines and Harpers Ferry (Arsenal) from its beginnings. Planned activities include exhibits on the development of small arms, tours and talks of the Marine involvement in the John Brown Raid and the Civil War, and Marine Band concerts. All programing is open to the general public through the National Park Service.

NOVEMBER

PROGRAM: Marine Corps Heritage Foundation Marine Corps Birthday Luncheon.
DATE: 10 November 2010 (mid day)
LOCATION(s): Tysons Corner, VA (location tentative)
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: The Marine Corps Historical Company will present a Ceremonial Historic Presentation focusing on the high points in Marine Corps history as part of the annual Birthday Luncheon. This program is open to Marine Corps Heritage Foundation members and guests only. For information contact the Marine Corps Heritage Foundation at www.marineheritage.org.

PROGRAM: MCB Quantico Base and Command Marine Corps 235th Birthday Program.
DATE: 10 November 2010
LOCATION(s): MCB Quantico, VA
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: The Marine Corps Historical Company, working with Base staff, will assist in presenting the annual Marine Corps Birthday program celebrating the Corps’ history from 1775 to today. This program is open to USMC personnel and their families only. Contact the Base G3 section for details.

PROGRAM: Commandant of the Marine Corps 235th Birthday of the Marine Corps Ball.
DATE:13 November 2010 (evening)
LOCATION: National Harbor, MD (4th Dist.)
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: The Marine Corps Historical Company, working with the Commandant of the Marine Corps Protocol Office, will assist in presenting the annual Marine Corps Birthday program. The Historical pageantry will cover the Corps history from 1775 to today. This program is open to USMC personnel, their families, and guests only. Contact the CMC Protocol Office for ticket information.