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The Arleigh & Roberta Burke Theatre – The Burke Theatre at the Navy Memorial is a multi-use theatre boasting an updated LED wall, standing at 17 feet tall and 34.5 feet wide. It is the first of its kind in Washington, D.C., and is made up of 880 cells that each have 10,368 pixels, for a total of 9,123,840 pixels across the whole screen guaranteeing exceptionally clean viewing. We offer versatile screen size capabilities to accommodate movie premieres, presentations, and visual background for your next virtual event.

The Burke Theatre is the Navy Memorial's most popular event space and is in very high demand, so book your event early!

Capacity: 222 Seats (each with folding desks) 

Perfect for:  

• Movie Premieres 

• Concerts 

• Corporate Meetings/Briefs 

The Gallery Deck – At the heart of the Navy Memorial lies the Gallery Deck, which features interactive exhibits and priceless artifacts. Host an event with a one-of-a-kind backdrop by immersing your guests in our nation's Navy heritage.  

Capacity:  

• 300 for Standing Receptions 

• 50 for Seated Dinners 

Perfect for:  

• Fundraisers 

• Holiday Parties 

• Networking & Team-Building Events 

• Weddings

The Delbert D. Black National Chief's Mess – The National Chief’s Mess is the ideal room for board meetings, classroom-style training, or more intimate seated dinners. The National Chief's Mess is an extension of the Gallery Deck but can be closed off to provide a more intimate experience for your guests.

Capacity:  

• 50 for Seated Dinners 

• 75 for Standing Receptions 

• 100 Arranged Seats (Theater-Style Seating) 

Perfect for:  

• Board Meetings 

• Classroom-Style Training Sessions 

• Intimate Receptions 

• Seated Lunches and Dinners 

The Asiatic Fleet Room - The Asiatic Fleet Room was designed with the feel of a Wardroom to provide privacy, minimize distractions, and maximize productivity.  

Capacity: 15 for Conference-Style Sessions 

Perfect for:  

• Board Meetings 

• Proposals to Potential Clients/Customers 

• Training Sessions 

• Seminars & Workshops