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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.
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San Pedro battleship takes flight with vintage helicopter exhibit
An eight-month restoration project on a 1950s-era military rescue helicopter turned up some surprises leading up to Saturday’s debut of the newest exhibit on board the Battleship Iowa.
For one, it was learned the twin-rotor helicopter never served in the U.S. Navy. Instead, it was one of only 15 sold directly to the French Navy and used in the years leading up to the Vietnam War.
Pack 872 Tours the USS Iowa
As part of their monthly activity in April, Pack 872 Cub Scouts and their families were treated to an amazing tour of the famed USS Iowa from fore (front) to aft (back) and all places in-between.
The Battleship IOWA Museum honors Women’s History Month with temporary display open through March 31
The Battleship IOWA Museum has opened a new temporary display entitled “Celebrating the American Spirit – Battleship IOWA Salutes Women’s History Month,” that will be part of the ship’s tour through March 31. Guests will get a glimpse into the achievements women have made in the United States Navy and in service for their country.
The 10 Best Historic Sites to Visit in L.A.
Los Angeles is a city rich in culture and history. From early settlements to architecture and the birth of Hollywood and the film industry, L.A. is home to some of the country’s most amazing historic sites. We have world-class museums and art collections right at our fingertips, but sometimes to really learn about this wonderful city we call home, we have to venture out and immerse ourselves in its storied past.
Shore Power Exhibit at Port of LA
Global engineering group Cavotec, the Port of Los Angeles (POLA) and the historic Battleship Iowa museum unveiled a public Alternative Maritime Power (AMP) educational exhibit during a January 23 reception commemorating Battleship USS IOWA’s new shore-side power connection, just south of the Port of Los Angeles’ World Cruise Center.
Kettlebells and Alarmbells 911 Throwdown Event to Raise Funds for US Military & First Responders
Teams of Two or Four To Compete in Fitness Competition onboard Battleship IOWA L.A. WATERFRONT, CA (February 10, 2017) – The Battleship IOWA Museum will be the site of Kettlebells and Alarmbells 911 Throwdown, a fitness competition to celebrate and commemorate the brave men and women of the United States Military and First Responders. Black Knight Patrol and California Warrior Fit will host this event, Saturday, February 18, which is open for the public to view for free. The competition begins...
BATTLESHIP IOWA’S DAY OF DISCOVERY PROGRAM RECEIVES $450K GRANT FROM TESORO CORPORATION
L.A. WATERFRONT, CA (November 8, 2016) – Pacific Battleship Center (PBC) has received a generous grant of $450K from Tesoro Corporation in support of its Day of Discovery Program aboard Battleship IOWA. “We are grateful for Tesoro’s generosity. It affords us the opportunity to do more outreach in the local community, reaching more children and providing unique educational services,” said Joshua Stutz, Education Programs Manager for the Battleship IOWA Museum. The Battleship IOWA Museum hosts...
Southwestern Academy Summer School Student’s Field Trip to Battleship USS Iowa in Pictures
Southwestern Academy Summer School students learned so much World War II history through touring the Pacific Battleship Center – Battleship USS Iowa. The students really enjoyed themselves and time went by quickly! Click here to see photos of this field trip.
Sailor reunites with old ship
Once a month, the 82-year-old Moss drives 60 miles from his home in Valencia to visit the USS Iowa, which he served on at age 18 during the Korean War. Six decades after the war, he helped bring the 45,000-ton ship to Los Angeles.
“They treat me like a king around here,” he says.
Cool Off on a Hot Battleship: The Battleship Iowa in Long Beach
Battleships, once thought to be the ultimate weapon, are now a relic of the past. For a chance to visit this past – and enjoy 360-degree breeze-swept views of Los Angeles Harbor, the USS Iowa at Berth 87, is a great place to go.
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