A Conversation with U.S. Navy and Marine Corps Leaders: Launching the Next 250 Years

On October 13th—the 250th anniversary of the founding of the Navy in Philadelphia and the culmination of the national Navy & Marine Corps 250th Celebration—join us in celebrating 250 years of naval excellence. The evening will feature a Leadership Summit reception followed by a conversation with distinguished senior leadership from the Naval Services.

Join us, in partnership with Homecoming 250, for an evening celebrating the legacy of the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps. Enjoy a networking reception with leaders across sectors, followed by an engaging conversation with senior Naval leadership offering insight into service, leadership, current events, and the future of the Navy and Marine Corps.

Event Partner:

Homecoming 250 Navy Marine Corps is delighted to partner with the World Affairs Council of Philadelphia to host the Leadership Summit and Conversation with Navy & Marine Corps Leadership.  Homecoming 250 is bringing the national celebration of the Navy and Marine Corps 250th birthdays to their Philadelphia birthplace and Camden.  The Navy & Marine Corps 250th Celebration will start on October 9-16, 2025.  It will be the grand opening event of the Semiquincentennial and its largest event honoring the military and veterans.  The week of spectacular events includes the Blue Angels, multiple Navy ships, historical ships, and more.  The Celebration will conclude on November 10, 2025, with special events on the Marine Corps 250th Birthday.  For more information, go to https://www.homecoming250.org/.