U.S. Marine Corps Barracks and Commandant's House
National Historic Landmark

U.S. Marine Corps Barracks and Commandant's House

Washington, District of Columbia County, District of Columbia
Listed
December 27, 1972
Type
District
Period
Early Republic
Ref No.
72001435

About this property

Marine Barracks, Washington, D.C. is located at the corner of 8th and I streets, Southeast in Washington, D.C. Established in 1801, it is a National Historic Landmark, the oldest post in the United States Marine Corps, the official residence of the Commandant of the Marine Corps since 1806, and the main ceremonial grounds of the Corps. It is home to the U.S. Marine Drum and Bugle Corps ("The Commandant's Own") and the U.S. Marine Band ("The President's Own"). Barracks Marines conduct ceremonial missions in and around the National Capital Region as well as abroad. They also provide security at designated locations around Washington, D.C. as necessary, and Barracks officers are part of the White House Social Aide Program. Marine Barracks Washington and the Historic Home of the Commandants were listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1972. A 6-acre (2.4 ha) property with eight contributing buildings was included in the listing. It was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1976.

Location

8th and I Sts., SE
Washington, District of Columbia County, District of Columbia
38.88026, -76.99431

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Sources

Property data from the National Register of Historic Places, National Park Service (public domain).

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When was U.S. Marine Corps Barracks and Commandant's House listed on the National Register?

U.S. Marine Corps Barracks and Commandant's House was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on December 27, 1972.

What type of historic resource is U.S. Marine Corps Barracks and Commandant's House?

U.S. Marine Corps Barracks and Commandant's House is classified as a district in the National Register of Historic Places.

Is U.S. Marine Corps Barracks and Commandant's House a National Historic Landmark?

Yes. U.S. Marine Corps Barracks and Commandant's House has been designated a National Historic Landmark (NHL), the highest level of federal recognition for historic properties in the United States.

What is the period of significance for U.S. Marine Corps Barracks and Commandant's House?

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