Carolina Museum of the Marine
Facilities & Amenities
CREATING UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCES
Carolina Museum of the Marine project offers the highest standard facilities that allows us to fulfill our mission of honoring of legacy of Carolina Marines and Sailors and sustain the ideals that are the foundation of our nation, and inspire principled, committed citizens.
Facilities Overview
The project will include Great Hall, Orientation Theater, Galleries, Cafe, Bookstore/Gift Shop, Theater, Classrooms and Offices.
The Galleries are intended to creating the most memorable experiences and will include: Corps and Carolinas Gallery, World Warriors Gallery, Today, Tomorrow and Beyond, and a Changing Exhibit Gallery.
The Great Hall
The Great Hall is intended for social and ceremonial activities.
With its iconic windows adorned with the campaign and service medal ribbons awarded to Carolina Marine organizations, it will serve as a location for semi-fixed displays such as one memorializing John Archer Lejeune, who is considered by many the “greatest Marine,” and is credited as being responsible for converting the Corps from light, colonial infantry to a modem amphibious force. He is the namesake of Camp Lejeune. Others might include displays on uniforms, ranks and decorations, or any subject deemed appropriate.
Orientation Theater
The Orientation Theater will be a first stop for visitors and students as those who choose to see a video giving an overview of the mission and vision of Carolina Museum of the Marine | Al Gray Civic Institute. Visitors will get an in-depth preview of the exhibits at the museum. The theater will also be used for corporate retreats, classes, conferences, and community needs.
Galleries
Our three main galleries will be apportioned within the 13,409 sq. ft. Galleries Area and will be accessible through the Great Hall and Orientation Theater.
The Corps and Carolinas Gallery will explore the history of the Marines within North and South Carolina, along with that of the bases and stations that have supported them.
The second gallery, World Warriors Gallery, will tell the epic battle history of the Carolina Marines, to include the many other diverse missions that took our Marines and their shipmates away from their home bases and stations and into harm’s way on foreign shores.
The third major gallery is the Today, Tomorrow and Beyond Gallery. It will demonstrate evolving technologies and doctrine, to include new weaponry, concepts and equipment.
At 2,851 square-feet, the fourth and smallest gallery is the Changing Gallery. It will be used for any number of relatively temporary displays.
Theater
The theater offers educational, information, and entertainment tools to our museum. Take advantage of different strategies to better understand our museum’s exhibits. The theater can also be utilized for a wide variety of additional needs, including corporate retreats, classes, conferences, and more.
Classrooms
State-of-the-art classrooms and meeting rooms will be the site of robust civics and leadership education and activities for students, corporate and government employees, civilians and military alike.
We are proud to offer a variety of courses and resources that teach citizens to better equip themselves as independent thinkers. Our classrooms are utilized for our in-person learning courses. Some of the other courses include “Understanding the American Constitution,” “The Founding Principles of the United States”, and more. We continue to develop these courses as part of our commitment to the art of thinking completely. You can learn more about our courses {HERE}. We are committed to providing you with the resources and environment you need to further your education.
Offices
We are proud to offer a variety of courses and resources that teach citizens to better equip themselves as independent thinkers. Our offices are utilized for our in-person learning courses. Some of the other courses include “Understanding the American Constitution,” “The Founding Principles of the United States”, and more. We continue to develop these courses as part of our commitment to the art of thinking completely. You can learn more about our courses.
We are committed to providing you with the resources and environment you need to further your education. We offer military training, high school and university training, and corporate training.
Book Store / Gift Shop
What Museum and Institute would be complete without an opportunity to browse the selections from The Commandant’s Reading List or purchase that Eagle, Globe and Anchor mug for your grandmother. Our museum and bookstore offer a wide range of books to take home. Continue your education after your visit, or find the perfect Marine Corps souvenir.
Cafe
Take a moment to slow down during your day at our cafe. Whether you are taking a break from your museum tour, or you want a drink or snack in between your classes, our cafe is waiting for you.
We offer a wide variety of warm drinks, light snacks, and small lunches on our menu. The cafe offers ample seating so you can take a break whenever you would like.
