Navy Memorial Visitors Center

The United States Navy Memorial Visitor Center in Washington, DC, tells the story of the American Sailor and honors the men and women of the Sea Services[1]. It features engaging exhibits, interactive displays, and creative visuals that inspire and inform visitors about the U.S. Navy's rich history and heritage.

The Visitor Center has several key areas:

• The Gallery Deck which provides an orientation and overview of the Navy Memorial and its exhibits
• Exhibits like "The American Sailor: Agile, Capable, and Talented", "Zumwalt: The Current that Brought the Navy to the Shores of the 20th Century", "America's Navy", and "Navy After 9/11"
• The Delbert D. Black National Chief's Mess a large interactive exhibit about the role of Navy Chief Petty Officers
• The Arleigh & Roberta Burke Theatre, a multi-use 222-seat theatre
• The Navy Log Room, with over 751,832 entries
• The Ship's Store sells Navy and military apparel and merchandise

The Navy Memorial is also a popular venue for private events, offering several unique and flexible spaces:

• The Burke Theatre for movie premieres, concerts, and corporate meetings with up to 230 guests
• The Gallery Deck for receptions up to 300 standing or 50 seated
• The National Chief's Mess for meetings, training sessions, and dinners up to 100 guests
• The Asiatic Fleet Room for smaller meetings up to 15 people

Its downtown location on Pennsylvania Avenue and proximity to the Metro make it an ideal setting for memorable military ceremonies and corporate events in the nation's capital[2][4]. The Visitor Center is open daily from 9:30 am-5:00 pm