We have lined up some great excursions for this year’s reunion.
CITY TOUR
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 23
See the sites of our nation’s capital during a driving tour of Washington, D.C. Ride by the Lincoln Memorial, Jefferson Memorial, WWII Memorial, the Mall, Capitol Building, Washington Monument, White House, and other notable monuments and federal buildings. Free time will be allowed at the Naval Heritage Center, offering visitors the chance to learn about the history and heritage of the men and women of the United States Navy – past, present, and future. Afterward, stop at the Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center, which is the largest building (3.1 million square feet) in Washington, DC and is the first and only federal building dedicated to both government and private use. While there, enjoy lunch on your own at the Reagan Building food court – named one of the “best family food courts” in DC. NOTE: A photo ID is required for entrance to the Ronald Reagan Building
9:30 am, board bus, 3:00 pm back at the hotel
$50/Person includes bus and guide. Lunch on your own.
SHEAR MADNESS AT THE KENNEDY CENTER
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 23
The Kennedy Center is home to the entertaining show, Shear Madness, Washington’s hilarious whodunit murder mystery. Someone’s been killed in the apartment above a Georgetown hairstyling salon, and the police haven’t got a clue… take a stab at catching the killer. It’s a riotous, improvisational plot with topical humor where you spot the clues, you question the suspects, and you solve the crime! The ending is different every night so you’ll never see the same show twice. If DC critic Arch Campbell says Shear Madness is “the most fun he ever had at the Kennedy Center,” you are guaranteed to have a great time! Note: The dress code is casual and a cash bar will be available.
7:00 pm board bus, 10:30 pm back at the hotel
$68/Person includes bus, escort, and lunch.
SPIRIT OF WASHINGTON LUNCH CRUISE
THURSDAY, AUGUST 24
Enjoy a two-hour lunch cruise with live entertainment, narration, and a bountiful lunch buffet, onboard the Spirit of Washington. While you relax on one of the three fully enclosed, climate-controlled decks, you will cruise the historic water of the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia. Your captain will point out landmarks – the Washington Monument, Ft. McNair, Washington National Airport, General’s Row, and Old Towne Alexandria. After lunch enjoy a stroll and the fresh air on the outdoor decks.
10:15 am board bus, 3:45 pm back at the hotel
$90/Person includes bus, escort, and lunch cruise.
STEVEN F. UDVAR-HAZY CENTER
FRIDAY, AUGUST 25
This museum, part of the Smithsonian Institution’s National Air and Space Museum, is dedicated to the preservation and display of its collection of historic aviation and space artifacts. Located at Washington International Dulles Airport, the facility has large aviation and space exhibit hangars. The museum currently has over eighty aircraft and dozens of space artifacts on display including the Space Shuttle Discovery, an SR-71 Blackbird, the Dash 80 prototype of the Boeing 707, and the B-29 Superfortress “Enola Gay.” Lunch options include a food-court style McDonald’s and coffee place. You may tour the exhibits at your own pace, but there is a lot of walking, so please wear comfortable shoes.
9:30 am board bus, 3:00 pm back at the hotel
$44/Person includes bus and escort. Lunch on your own.
EVENING PARADE AT THE MARINE BARRACKS
FRIDAY, AUGUST 25
After dinner on your own, board bus for the Marine Barracks (8th & I Streets). You’ll be directed to your reserved bleacher seating. Marines from the Barracks will give a history of the Barracks and a preview of what is to take place during the parade, which begins at 8:45 pm. As the “Oldest Post of the Corps,” Marine Barracks, Washington, D.C., established in 1801, has performed military reviews and ceremonies since its founding. Observe the ceremonies that have been the tradition of Presidents and past Commandants of the Marine Corp that will include ceremonial Drum and Bugle Corps, Silent Drill Team, the US Marine Band, and the Marine Corp mascot “Chesty.”
6:45 pm board bus, 11:00 pm back at the hotel.
$35/Person includes bus and escort.
NATIONAL MUSEUM OF THE MARINE CORPS
SATURDAY, AUGUST 26
Open to the public in 2006, the National Museum of the Marine Corps is a lasting tribute to U.S. Marines — past, present, and future. Situated on a 135-acre site adjacent to the Marine Corps base in Quantico, Virginia, the Museum’s soaring design evokes the image of the flag-raisers of Iwo Jima. World-class interactive exhibits using the most innovative technology will surround you with irreplaceable artifacts and immerse you in the sights and sounds of Marines in action. You’ll see permanent galleries and temporary exhibits. Your tour ticket will be exchanged for a box lunch consisting of a turkey croissant, chips, cookie, and a drink.
9:00 am board bus, 3:00 pm back at the hotel.
$60/Person includes bus, escort, and box lunch.
CASH BAR RECEPTION AND BANQUET DINNER
SATURDAY, AUGUST 26
Join your shipmates for the Banquet Dinner at the Hotel. Cocktails from the cash bar will begin at (1800) 6:00 pm; dinner will be served at (1900) 7:00 pm. Please contact AFR if you have any dietary constraint. Please make your entrée selection from the Chicken Piccata, the Sliced London Broil or the Vegetarian options on your reservation form. Music for this year’s Dinner will be provided by Nashville entertainers Dave and Daphne.
We will also have a photo booth.
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