National Museum of the Surface Navy – Life of a Sailor

August 14, 2025 | Capital, Development, [Internal] Posts that act like pages with full-width slider as first section

Life of a Sailor at Surface Navy Museum From boot camp to the fleet, Life of a Sailor connects America to its Surface Navy through pop culture, stories, and interactive roles that bring service to life. Donate Life of a Sailor is an interactive exhibit that takes...

Freedom of the Seas Park & Pavilion

August 8, 2025 | Capital, Development, [Internal] Posts that act like pages with full-width slider as first section

Freedom of the Seas Pavilion & Park A Place to Gather. A Mission to Grow. DonateSponsor a Paver The Freedom of the Seas Pavilion and Park is the next evolution of our mission—to educate, inspire, and unite through purpose. This transformative space on the LA...

Birthday Parties Aboard IOWA

July 23, 2025 | Education, Private Events & Groups, Vicky's Doghouse, [Internal] Posts that act like pages with full-width slider as first section

Vicky Invites You Aboard for a Battleship Birthday Party!Join Vicky, the ship’s furry crew member, for an unforgettable birthday adventure aboard Battleship IOWA! Party packages include tours, games, lunch, and more—fun for all ages on the high seas. Book your...

What USS Iowa Means to the 1989 Crew

July 19, 2025 | Veterans, History, Experience, Museum, [Internal] Posts that act like pages with full-width slider as first section

What IOWA Means To Her 1989 CrewReflections from CIO David Canfield Remembering And Returning   As a nineteen-year-old, Battleship IOWA Vice President and Chief Information/Technology Officer David Canfield experienced the worst day in the ship’s history....

Touring Battleship IOWA During LA Fleet Week

July 13, 2025 | Public Events, [Internal] Posts that act like pages with full-width slider as first section

Touring Battleship IOWA During LA Fleet Week LA Fleet Week at Battleship IOWA Tuesday, May 19, 2026 Battleship IOWA will be open during regular hours – 10:00 AM till 4:00 PM – for tours as usual. Parking near the ship will only be available in the north end of the...

Rock for Responders 2025

July 13, 2025 | Public Events, [Internal] Posts that act like pages with full-width slider as first section

The Event What is Rock for Responders? Rock for Responders is a powerful live concert event hosted by the National Museum of the Surface Navy at the Battleship IOWA, created to honor the unwavering dedication of first responders and veterans. More than just a concert,...