CEO Corner
Updates from Jonathan Williams
Jonathan Williams is the President & CEO of the Pacific Battleship Center, home of the Battleship IOWA, LA Fleet Week, and the National Museum of the Surface Navy. A purpose-driven leader and storyteller, he shares updates and insights from one of the nation’s most innovative nonprofit organizations. His writing explores leadership, community, and culture — connecting lessons from the deck plate to the boardroom while highlighting the people, progress, and purpose that continue to drive the mission forward.
Newest Updates
Museum Update: November 16, 2023
Veterans Day wrap up, new Navy exhibit, and more!
Veterans Day Events at Battleship IOWA
Many ways to celebrate veterans this year at Battleship IOWA
National Museum of the Surface Navy to Host Inaugural Freedom of the Seas Weekend Celebrating the History and Mission of the Surface Navy
National Museum of the Surface Navy Hosts Freedom of the Seas Weekend aboard Battleship IOWA
Retired Navy Admiral Philip Davidson Named Recipient of 2023 Freedom of the Seas Award by National Museum of the Surface Navy
National Museum of the Surface Navy names retired admiral Phillip Davidson its 2023 Freedom of the Seas Award recipient
National Museum of the Surface Navy Names Fiona Ma Recipient of 2023 Freedom of the Seas Humanitarian Service Award
National Museum of the Surface Navy Names Fiona Ma Recipient of 2023 Freedom of the Seas Humanitarian Service Award
National Museum of the Surface Navy Selects Lockheed Martin’s Stephanie C. Hill to Receive the 2023 Vice Admiral Samuel L. Gravely, Jr. Leadership Award
Lockheed Martin’s Stephanie C. Hill to receive Gravely Leadership Award
Battleship IOWA Needs Your Help to Prioritize its Relocation to West Harbor.
Museum Update: 8 September 2023
Tracking our impacts, a new overnight opportunity, and upcoming events
Museum Update: August 23, 2023
Weathering Tropical Storm Hilary, upcoming community events, and more
Museum Update: August 10, 2023
Recognizing volunteers, back to school, fun stuff on IOWA
Limited time only!
Kids Board Free
In the all-new Life of a Sailor experience, kids become sailor recruits, building their skills, following the story of a famous sailor, and joining Vicky the Dog on a scavenger hunt through Battleship IOWA.
Kids board free with a paid adult.