Feel free to download the PC version (Beta Ver 0.4.5) from the link below:

Downloadable Version (Dropbox Link)

Once downloaded, stand near the “microphone” icon to hear
historical snippets. This version includes high-resolution textures, allowing you to read the Medal of Honor wall.

Note: This project is in beta, unfinished, and non-profit. Updates will be made as time allows.

Important: When downloading from Dropbox, your system may display a warning indicating a potential virus. This is a false positive and commonly happens when files are not recognized by antivirus software due to their custom or beta nature. The file is safe and virus-free, having been uploaded securely through Dropbox’s verified platform.

If you do not want to download. You can get a tour here of an older version. - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mQ-9-5SV5ZU

To view it in your web browser (PC and Mac only), click the link below: Web Version
(Sound is only available in the downloadable version; mobile compatibility is experimental.)

I encourage you to download and explore it yourself.

Tun Tavern, one of Philadelphia's oldest establishments, was constructed along the Delaware River in the late 1600s. Named after the "tun," a large cask used by master brewers, the tavern symbolized quality and tradition—a fitting legacy for what would become a historic birthplace.

On November 10, 1775, the Continental Congress approved two battalions of Marines to support the Revolutionary War, creating the "soldiers of the sea" we now know as the United States Marine Corps. This decision launched the formation of the Continental Marines, marking a pivotal moment in American military history.

Captain Samuel Nicholas, the first Commandant of the Marine Corps, partnered with Robert Mullan, then the manager of Tun Tavern, to recruit these first Marines. Tun Tavern quickly gained renown as a gathering place for rallying men to the cause and recruiting efforts, deeply intertwining it with the Marine Corps' origin story.

By the early 1780s, Tun Tavern had served its community for nearly a century and was eventually dismantled around 1781 to make way for a warehouse as Philadelphia grew.

In 1989, the Marine Corps Tun Tavern Foundation was established to honor and preserve the memory of Tun Tavern as the birthplace of the Corps. Today, each November 10, Marines around the world—now more than three million strong—celebrate their birthday and pay tribute to their storied origins at Tun Tavern, where their proud tradition began.

For further reading:

• Marine Corps History: https://www.marineheritage.org/

• Tun Tavern Encyclopedia: https://philadelphiaencyclopedia.org/essays/tun-tavern/

• Homecoming 250: https://www.homecoming250.org/the-marine-corps-250th-celebration/tun-tavern-recreated/

• Tun Tavern History - https://thetun.org/history/

I created the Virtual Tun Tavern to preserve and share the rich history of the U.S. Marine Corps in an accessible, immersive way. As a Marine Corps veteran, I know firsthand the importance of honoring our roots, and I’m using my skills in high-quality 3D rendering and historical modeling to build a space where people can engage with this heritage. Through the Tun Tavern project, I want to bring significant moments and environments to life, capturing the spirit of the Corps from its earliest days in 1775.

This project also reflects the mission of DMS Graphics, where I specialize in precise and impactful 3D visualizations, including historical reconstructions. By sponsoring this project, I am ensuring that Marines, veterans, and history enthusiasts can experience our shared legacy, driven by my commitment to quality, accuracy, and storytelling. Explore more of my work and services at DMS Graphics.