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Update and Invitation to Host a Reception

October 28, 2025 | Announcements

Friends, I wanted to share a quick update. We were recently informed that the Secretary of the Navy has withdrawn from the Navy Museum land swap deal for the new museum in Washington, D.C. While it’s too early to know how this may affect their efforts, I wanted to...

Congratulations on an Extraordinary Freedom of the Seas

October 26, 2025 | Announcements

Team, Congratulations to everyone for an extraordinary Freedom of the Seas, celebrating 250 years of our Surface Navy! Freedom of the Seas is truly a team effort — planning begins early each year with the Awards Committee selecting recipients and the Events Planning...

Welcome Back, Hershell — and a Step Forward for Our Team

October 20, 2025 | Announcements

Team, Happy Monday! Today, we welcome back Hershell Hardimon as our new Director of Crew Operations. This role—originally inspired by a volunteer’s idea—has taken shape to oversee human resources, volunteer services, security, and training. This development continues...

Accepting Applications: Paws For Freedom

October 16, 2025 | Announcements

Overview Paws for Freedom is a community art and engagement initiative by Battleship IOWA that invites people of all ages to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States through creativity, reflection, and shared storytelling. Centered around 8 small “Vicky...

Important: Policy Reminders & Leadership Changes

October 13, 2025 | Announcements

Team, It’s a busy and exciting October as we celebrate the Navy’s 250th birthday today with a special Chairman’s Reception unveiling Great Ships and prepare to head into Freedom of the Seas Weekend. I trust your department managers and leadership have already...

From Great Ships to What Comes Next

October 12, 2025 | Announcements

Team, This week, we celebrate the 250th birthday of the United States Navy — a milestone that reminds us of our shared mission to honor service, inspire purpose, and build community. Here aboard IOWA, we’re marking the occasion with the launch of our special...