National Museum of the Marine Corps

Marine Corps Heritage Foundation
Triangle, Virginia
14,730 Square Feet
Designer: Christopher Chadbourne & Associates


The National Museum of the Marine Corps, is a military history museum dedicated to showcase the material history of the United States Marine Corps. Explus completed fabrication for three new galleries: Defending the New Republic 1775-1865, Global Expeditionary Force 1866-1916 and World War I 1914-1918. Each of the galleries portrays the history of the USMC through artifacts, graphics, audio and video media, life cast figures, interactive displays, scenic tableaus, and dioramas.
Explus
44156 Mercure Circle
Sterling, VA 20166

E-mail:  [email protected]
Phone: 703.260.0780
Museum, Exhibit, Construction, Display, Installation, Interpretation, Artifacts, Collections, Conservation, Curator, Gallery, Design, Layout, Architecture, Display cases, Lighting, Interactive elements, Exhibits, Children exhibits, Science centers, History museums, Interactives, Electromagnetic interactive, Museums, Cases, Vitrines, Glass cases, Acrylic cases, Casework, Reader rails, Displays, Wall murals, Graphic walls, Graphic displays, Artifacts mounts, Artifact mounting, Artifact cases, Scenic structures, Scenic treatments, Hands-on activities, Thematic props, Background scenery, Interactive touchscreens, Model making, Graphic design, Typography, Wall displays, Showcase design, Object handling, Replica fabrication, Prototyping, 3D printing, Materials selection, Joinery, Exhibit fabrication, Environmental controls, Climate management, Labeling systems, Conservation materials, Label holders, Exhibit transport, Rigging and hoisting, Safety considerations, Structural engineering, Audiovisual equipment, Security measures, Motion sensors, Visitor tracking, Exhibit evaluation, Aesthetics, Paint and finishes, Information panels, Pedestals and plinths, Object identification, Historical accuracy, Theming elements, Exhibit concept, Prototyping and testing, Environmental impact, Ethical considerations, Budgeting and cost management, Project management, Material sourcing, Lighting design, Color theory, Wayfinding, Exhibit narrative, Visitor surveys, Accessibility features, Sustainability, Energy-efficient design, Artifact handling protocols, Installation logistics, Audio tour scripts, Exhibition interpretation, Object labels, Exhibition script, Interactive technology, Exhibition themes, Cultural representation, Display standards, Interpretive planning