Striking $256M Navy SEAL Museum Proposed for San Diego Bay

The new museum would honor the U.S. Navy's maritime special operations force.

Apr. 5, 2026 at 2:25pm

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A proposal to build a $256 million waterfront museum honoring the U.S. Navy's maritime special operations force, known as the Navy SEALs, is set to go before the San Diego Unified Port District's Board of Port Commissioners later this month. The museum would be located on an old Navy site on San Diego Bay.

Why it matters

The proposed Navy SEAL Museum would be a major new attraction for San Diego, drawing visitors and attention to the city's role in the history and training of the elite special operations unit. It also represents a significant investment in the city's waterfront development.

The details

The museum proposal has been in the works for over two years. It would feature exhibits and displays highlighting the history, training, and operations of the Navy SEALs. The striking, modern design of the museum building is also expected to be a architectural highlight along the San Diego Bay.

  • The museum proposal will go before the San Diego Unified Port District's Board of Port Commissioners later this month.

The players

San Diego Unified Port District

The government body that controls the site where the proposed Navy SEAL Museum would be located.

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What’s next

If approved by the Port Commissioners, the next step would be securing funding and finalizing the museum's design and construction plans.

The takeaway

The proposed Navy SEAL Museum represents a significant new investment in San Diego's waterfront and its role in honoring the U.S. military's elite special operations forces.