WELCOME TO NAVAL DISTRICT WASHINGTON!

"The Quarterdeck of the Navy"

Welcome to Navy Region Naval District Washington. "The Quarterdeck of the Navy." With the nation's capital at its heart, Naval District Washington encompasses more than 4,000 square miles, including the District of Columbia; the Maryland counties of Anne Arundel, Calvert, Charles, Frederick, Montgomery, Prince George's, and St. Mary's, and northern Virginia counties of Loudoun, Fauquier, Fairfax, Prince William, Stafford King George, Westmoreland, Arlington and the cities within their outer boundaries.

Mission Statement

Deliver warfighting readiness by providing shore-based services and infrastructure that enable the Fleet to operate globally and support Navy, Joint, and Interagency partners in the National Capital Region.

Vision
Naval District Washington will lead the shore enterprise as a region of excellence, delivering reliable, responsive, and resilient shore capabilities, and leveraging innovation and collaborative partnerships to sustain the Fleet, enable the Warfighter, and support the Family in the National Capital Region and beyond.

Commandant's Priorities

Security
Mission Assurance
Implement Strategies
Unaccompanied Housing
Land Exchange Implementation
Joint Task Force NCR Integration

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News From Around Naval District Washington

Hurricane Preparedness: How Naval District Washington is Getting Ready
Apr 17, 2025

WASHINGTON -- Naval District Washington will participate in the annual hurricane preparedness and disaster response exercise, Hurricane Exercise/Citadel Gale (HURREX/CG) 2025, from April 21 to May 2. This annual exercise, led by Commander, U.S. Fleet Forces Command (USFFC) and Commander, Navy Installations Command (CNIC), aims to enhance the region’s response to tropical storm and hurricanes, involving all Navy regions and installations along the eastern seaboard and Gulf Coast.
Pax Officer Reflects on Key Bridge Response One Year Later
Apr 14, 2025

The landscape of Baltimore was changed forever in the early morning hours of March 26, 2024 when the historic and strategic Key Bridge collapsed after it was struck by a container ship transiting the waters of the Baltimore Harbor.
From Tragedy to Training: The Naval Academy learns from the Bonhomme Richard Blaze
Mar 21, 2025

In July 2020, USS Bonhomme Richard (LHD 6) sustained catastrophic damage from an onboard fire, resulting in the eventual scrapping of the ship. Five years later, NSA Annapolis and the U.S. Naval Academy are still learning from the lessons of that tragic loss.
Navy Expanded Access to Childcare in 2024, Continued Growth Plans for 2025
Feb 18, 2025

The Navy Child and Youth Program (CYP) has made significant strides in improving access to and quality of child care.
NSA Washington Prepares for Return to In-Person Work
Feb 07, 2025

Nearly 17,000 federal personnel are expected to return to in-person work at Washington Navy Yard on Monday, Feb. 10. For several months, Naval Support Activity (NSA) Washington has worked with its tenant commands to promote education and awareness about alternative transportation options around the National Capital Region. Parking has been limited at Washington Navy Yard, with parking nearly at capacity prior to the return to in-person work and numerous personnel using alternative methods.

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WASHINGTON (October 10, 2024) - A member of the U.S. Navy Ceremonial Guard stands ready to ring a bell during a celebration of the U.S. Navy's 249th Birthday. The central theme of this year's birthday is "Warfighting Strength and Readiness" which highlights our Navy's focus, that everything we do and have done is through a warfighting lens, to deliver decisive combat power. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Griffin Kersting)

Oct 17 2024

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WASHINGTON (October 10, 2024) - A member of the U.S. Navy Ceremonial Guard stands ready to ring a bell during a celebration of the U.S. Navy's 249th Birthday. The central theme of this year's birthday is "Warfighting Strength and Readiness" which highlights our Navy's focus, that everything we do and have done is through a warfighting lens, to deliver decisive combat power. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Griffin Kersting)

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WASHINGTON (September 14, 2024) - Rear Adm. David Faehnle delivers remarks during an Ombudsmen Appreciation Event at the Washington Navy Yard. The Navy Family Ombudsman Program is a Navy-wide program established to improve mission readiness. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Griffin Kersting)

Oct 17 2024

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WASHINGTON (September 14, 2024) - Rear Adm. David Faehnle delivers remarks during an Ombudsmen Appreciation Event at the Washington Navy Yard. The Navy Family Ombudsman Program is a Navy-wide program established to improve mission readiness. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Griffin Kersting)

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WASHINGTON (September 27, 2024) - A Chief select is officially pinned to the rank of Chief by family and mentors during a Chief Pinning Ceremony at the U.S. Navy Memorial. The rank of chief petty officer was created April 1, 1893, and the chief petty officer pinning ceremony is a unique tradition to the U.S. Navy that signifies promotion to a crucial position of leadership and responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Griffin Kersting)

Oct 17 2024

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WASHINGTON (September 27, 2024) - A Chief select is officially pinned to the rank of Chief by family and mentors during a Chief Pinning Ceremony at the U.S. Navy Memorial. The rank of chief petty officer was created April 1, 1893, and the chief petty officer pinning ceremony is a unique tradition to the U.S. Navy that signifies promotion to a crucial position of leadership and responsibility. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Griffin Kersting)

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WASHINGTON (July 23, 2024) - Rear Adm. David Faehnle delivers remarks during Naval District Washington’s Change of Command Ceremony at Washington Navy Yard’s Leutze Park. During the ceremony, Faehnle relieved Rear Adm. Nancy Lacore, becoming Naval District Washington’s 94th commandant. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Griffin Kersting)

Jul 23 2024

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Petty Officer 1st Class Griffin

WASHINGTON (July 23, 2024) - Rear Adm. David Faehnle delivers remarks during Naval District Washington’s Change of Command Ceremony at Washington Navy Yard’s Leutze Park. During the ceremony, Faehnle relieved Rear Adm. Nancy Lacore, becoming Naval District Washington’s 94th commandant. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Griffin Kersting)

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BALTIMORE (June 14, 2024) - A U.S. Marine Corps F-35B Lightning II fighter aircraft performs a flyover demonstration over Baltimore’s Inner Harbor during Maryland Fleet Week and Flyover Baltimore. This year marks the City of Baltimore's fourth time hosting Navy Fleet Week. Maryland Fleet Week and Flyover Baltimore provides an opportunity for the citizens of Maryland and the City of Baltimore to meet Sailors, Marines, and Coast Guardsmen, as well as see firsthand the latest capabilities of today’s maritime services. More than 2,300 sea service members are expected to participate this year. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Griffin Kersting)

Jul 03 2024

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Petty Officer 1st Class Griffin Kersting

BALTIMORE (June 14, 2024) - A U.S. Marine Corps F-35B Lightning II fighter aircraft performs a flyover demonstration over Baltimore’s Inner Harbor during Maryland Fleet Week and Flyover Baltimore. This year marks the City of Baltimore's fourth time hosting Navy Fleet Week. Maryland Fleet Week and Flyover Baltimore provides an opportunity for the citizens of Maryland and the City of Baltimore to meet Sailors, Marines, and Coast Guardsmen, as well as see firsthand the latest capabilities of today’s maritime services. More than 2,300 sea service members are expected to participate this year. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Griffin Kersting)

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Rear Adm. Nancy Lacore, Commandant, Naval District Washington, takes a selfie with future Sailors and Marines aboard historic ship USS Constellation following an enlistment ceremony, June 14, 2024, as part of Maryland Fleet Week in Baltimore. Maryland Fleet Week and Flyover Baltimore is the city’s celebration of the sea services. This year marks the City of Baltimore's fourth time hosting Navy Fleet Week. Maryland Fleet Week and Flyover Baltimore provides an opportunity for the citizens of Maryland and the City of Baltimore to meet Sailors, Marines, and Coast Guardsmen, as well as see firsthand the latest capabilities of today’s maritime services. More than 2,300 sea service members are expected to participate this year. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Mark Thomas Mahmod)

Jul 03 2024

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Petty Officer 1st Class Griffin Kersting

Rear Adm. Nancy Lacore, Commandant, Naval District Washington, takes a selfie with future Sailors and Marines aboard historic ship USS Constellation following an enlistment ceremony, June 14, 2024, as part of Maryland Fleet Week in Baltimore. Maryland Fleet Week and Flyover Baltimore is the city’s celebration of the sea services. This year marks the City of Baltimore's fourth time hosting Navy Fleet Week. Maryland Fleet Week and Flyover Baltimore provides an opportunity for the citizens of Maryland and the City of Baltimore to meet Sailors, Marines, and Coast Guardsmen, as well as see firsthand the latest capabilities of today’s maritime services. More than 2,300 sea service members are expected to participate this year. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Mark Thomas Mahmod)

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Sailors from USS Marinette (LCS-25) and Navy Band Sea Chanters Chorus pose for a photo before a Baltimore Orioles game during Fleet Week Maryland. This year marks the City of Baltimore's fourth time hosting Navy Fleet Week. Maryland Fleet Week and Flyover Baltimore provides an opportunity for the citizens of Maryland and the City of Baltimore to meet Sailors, Marines, and Coast Guardsmen, as well as see firsthand the latest capabilities of today’s maritime services. More than 2,300 sea service members are expected to participate this year. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Thomas Higgins/Released)

Jul 03 2024

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Petty Officer 2nd Class Sonja Wickard

Sailors from USS Marinette (LCS-25) and Navy Band Sea Chanters Chorus pose for a photo before a Baltimore Orioles game during Fleet Week Maryland. This year marks the City of Baltimore's fourth time hosting Navy Fleet Week. Maryland Fleet Week and Flyover Baltimore provides an opportunity for the citizens of Maryland and the City of Baltimore to meet Sailors, Marines, and Coast Guardsmen, as well as see firsthand the latest capabilities of today’s maritime services. More than 2,300 sea service members are expected to participate this year. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Thomas Higgins/Released)

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Sailors from Helicopter Mine Countermeasures Squadron (HM) 15 pose for a photo with a mother and her child at the Martin State Airport Open House during Fleet Week Maryland. This year marks the City of Baltimore's fourth time hosting Navy Fleet Week. Maryland Fleet Week and Flyover Baltimore provides an opportunity for the citizens of Maryland and the City of Baltimore to meet Sailors, Marines, and Coast Guardsmen, as well as see firsthand the latest capabilities of today’s maritime services. More than 2,300 sea service members are expected to participate this year. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Thomas Higgins)

Jul 03 2024

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Petty Officer 1st Class Thomas Higgins

Sailors from Helicopter Mine Countermeasures Squadron (HM) 15 pose for a photo with a mother and her child at the Martin State Airport Open House during Fleet Week Maryland. This year marks the City of Baltimore's fourth time hosting Navy Fleet Week. Maryland Fleet Week and Flyover Baltimore provides an opportunity for the citizens of Maryland and the City of Baltimore to meet Sailors, Marines, and Coast Guardsmen, as well as see firsthand the latest capabilities of today’s maritime services. More than 2,300 sea service members are expected to participate this year. (U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Thomas Higgins)

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