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Happy 83rd Birthday, IOWA!

February 22, 2026 marks the 83rd anniversary of BB-61’s original commissioning. To commemorate the occasion, Battleship IOWA’s historian/curator Dave Way dug into his archives to share some fun photos, including a shot of the cover of the very first issue...

LA Cruise Terminal

Battleship IOWA - A Short Walk from the Los Angeles World Cruise CenterStep off your cruise and step into adventure at the west coast’s only battleship museum… right next door to the cruise terminal Plan Your Visit Make Your Cruise Even More Unforgettable...
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Why did the dad bring an extra pair of socks golfing?

In case he got a hole in one.

⚓🧔🔥  Bring your best "dad jokes" and your dad and join us aboard Battleship IOWA Sunday, June 21 for our

Father's Day STEEL BEACH BARBECUE!

Tickets include general admission, classic steel beach barbecue buffet, drinks, VIP swag, and more... Hit up the button below for details and to purchase tickets.