Celebrate at Their Birthplace
The Navy and Marine Corps were born in Philadelphia and the Delaware River, and their 250th birthdays are best celebrated at their birthplace.
It's Official! As the result of our efforts, Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro has publicly announced that the Navy and Marine Corps will celebrate their 250th anniversaries in Philadelphia and Camden in 2025.
More InfoCelebrating the Services who secured 250 years of independence.
As Americans celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence – the Semiquincentennial – we should also commemorate the founding of the military services which gained and have defended our independence for 250 years. In 1775, the Navy and Marine Corps were founded in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania,, and launched their fight for American independence from the Delaware River.
Homecoming 250 Navy Marine Corps is a charity created to host the main celebrations of the Navy and the Marine Corps 250th birthdays in their birthplace – Philadelphia and the Delaware River.
The Secretary also announced that there will be a combined Navy/Marine Corps Week in Philadelphia and Camden in October 2023 to prepare for the big Navy and Marine Corps 250th celebration in Fall 2025.
In Fall 2025, Homecoming 250™ will celebrate the Navy and Marine Corps 250th birthdays with unique signature events on both banks of the Delaware River:
These celebrations will be the grand opening of the Semiquincentennial, shine an early spotlight on the birthplace of our Nation, honor the Navy and the Marine Corps, salute the men and women of all backgrounds who have defended America and the world for 250 years, inspire our youth, and remind us of what unites us.
To learn more about the birth of the Navy and Marine Corps in Philadelphia and the Delaware River, the amazing celebrations planned for the Navy and Marine Corps 250th, and the organizations hosting and supporting this great cause, click on the images below or use the Menu or Search tools above.
Celebrate at Their Birthplace
The Navy and Marine Corps were born in Philadelphia and the Delaware River, and their 250th birthdays are best celebrated at their birthplace.
The Navy 250th Celebration
An unmatchable commemoration of Navy history.
The Marine Corps 250th Celebration
Celebrating the birth of the Corps with a monumental achievement.
Planning Your Visit
The Navy and Marine Corps 250th birthdays are easy to celebrate, particularly because the birthday weekends have federal days off nearby. Homecoming 250 is planning many exciting events, tours, and exhibits. Use…
About Us
Homecoming 250 Navy Marines Corps is a group of passionate volunteers from the Delaware Valley and beyond.
Our Supporting Organizations
Numerous organizations and officials have endorsed Homecoming 250’s plan to celebrate the Navy and Marine Corps 250th birthdays in their birthplace.
Our Sponsors
Celebrations as impressive as the Navy and Marine Corps 250th could not occur without the generosity of sponsors from all across America.
Learn About Navy And Marine History
In addition to honoring all who served in the Navy and Marine Corps at their birthplace, Homecoming 250 aims to reintroduce Americans to the history of these great services.
News & Media
The celebrations of the Navy and Marine Corps 250th will be major national media events - the opening act of the Semiquincentennial - and is already attracting attention in the media.
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