Marine Week Boston Marks U.S. Marine Corps 250th Birthday With Regional Events

Communities across the United States are celebrating the 250th birthdays of the Navy and Marine Corps with a series of commemorative events and traditions. The Battleship New Jersey Museum & Memorial is reviving the classic naval tradition of the “Black Dragon Boxing Smoker,” featuring amateur bouts between U.S. Naval Academy midshipmen and university boxers, while offering guests an immersive experience aboard the historic ship. Marine Week Boston included celebrations in Marblehead and Lynn, featuring performances by the U.S. Marine Corps Silent Drill Platoon, the Quantico Marine Band, and training demonstrations for potential recruits, highlighting both the legacy and future of the Marine Corps. The Marblehead event, supported by JGPR, emphasized media coverage and local engagement, while Lynn’s Drill Exhibition & Pool Function served as both a tribute and recruitment inspiration. These events have been important for honoring the service of Marines and Navy personnel while fostering community involvement and regional pride. Meanwhile, the Great Lakes Museum in Kingston, celebrating 50 years, preserves maritime history through shipwreck artifacts, showcasing the region’s enduring connection to marine heritage.