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Logistics and Parking Information for Marine 250 Ceremony at Fort Sewall in Marblehead

Members of the media seeking to attend are asked to please fill out a Google form to receive credentials. Thank you!

MARBLEHEAD — The Town of Marblehead wishes to share the following logistical information regarding scheduling, parking, transportation, and safety guidelines with members of the media and the public. 

Marine Week Boston, celebrated from Aug. 20-25 across Greater Boston, will kickoff at Fort Sewall in Marblehead with a ceremony featuring performances and remarks from esteemed military organizations and dignitaries, and a Marine Corps flyover, celebrating the 250th anniversary of the establishment of the U.S. Marine Corps. 

Schedule of Events

The ceremony is slated to begin at 4:30 p.m. The Quantico Marine Band will begin playing music at 4:15 p.m. 

Following the ceremony, members of the public are welcomed to the staging areas to take photos with members of the Marine Corps. 

Members of the media should arrive no later than 3 p.m. Once on site, please visit the JGPR tent, which will be set up behind the fort on the left side, to receive credentials. There will be a designated area for the media, which will require credentialing to enter. 

Media Parking

A limited number of parking spots will be marked off for members of the news media along Front Street.

These spots will be available on a first-come, first-serve basis, but it is requested that these spots are limited to those using broadcast/live trucks. To receive a parking spot, please contact Payton Hebert, payton@jgpr.net. 

Transportation and Road Closures

Due to limited parking, walking or using public transportation is highly encouraged. MBTA Bus Routes 441/442 stop at Franklin Street, which is a short walk from Fort Sewall. The Bus will run for the duration of the event.

The public parking lot at Fort Beach (Fort Sewall Lane) will be closed to the public from 12-6 p.m.  Front Street will be closed at Franklin Street from 3-6 p.m. Front Street and Fort Sewall Lane residents will have access to/from their properties as long as public safety allows. 

General Spectator Guidelines

For the safety and enjoyment of all, visitors are asked to abide by these important health and safety guidelines:

  1. Congregate in designated viewing areas at all times during events. Pay attention to any instructions given by public safety personnel. Do not enter performance or stage areas or in any way interfere with events in progress. 
  2. These events are family-friendly, inclusive and open to all. Be mindful that children will be present and refrain from using foul language. Please respect private property. Fort Sewall is located near private homes and businesses. 
  3. Dispose of trash and recycling properly in the receptacles provided at event sites.
  4. Spectators are asked not to bring weapons, flammable liquids, or fireworks. No tents or umbrellas will be allowed on the site to provide an equal viewing experience for all. Visitors are also strongly discouraged from bringing coolers, wagons, or large storage devices to create space for more spectators. 
  5. Do not leave bags or other items unattended. Items left unattended are subject to removal by police.
  6. Drone/UAV flying is prohibited at all events. Temporary Flight Restrictions will be in place. Obey all posted flight restrictions.
  7. Please note that there is a restroom on site, but that the restroom will not be open to the public through the ceremony. 

There will be a significant police and public safety presence at all events. Guidelines are subject to change at any time. Safety updates will be shared on Marblehead Town and Police websites and social media.