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
Battleship IOWA and San Pedro Fish Market: Plan the Perfect Day
Explore Battleship IOWA, experience Life of a Sailor, and enjoy fresh seafood at the San Pedro Fish Market during a day on the LA Waterfront.
The Broadside – August 2026
The Broadside crew update – August 2026
Engineering a Floating City: How a Navy Ship Works
Why Battleship IOWA Is More Than a Battleship Museum
Things to Do Before or After a Los Angeles Cruise
What Is Life Like Aboard a Navy Ship?
What Is the Surface Navy?
Learn what the Surface Navy does, which ships it operates, and how sailors support its missions. Experience it aboard Battleship IOWA.
A Los Angeles Family Attraction Where Everyone Joins the Crew
Explore Battleship IOWA with the whole family and experience Life of a Sailor at the National Museum of the Surface Navy in Los Angeles.
Why the National Museum of the Surface Navy at Battleship IOWA Is One of Los Angeles’ Most Unique Museums
The National Museum of the Surface Navy aboard Battleship IOWA offers an immersive museum experience where visitors discover the people, ships, and missions of America’s Surface Navy.
Things to Do Near Long Beach: Discover Battleship IOWA and the Life of a Sailor
Looking for things to do near Long Beach? Explore Battleship IOWA and experience Life of a Sailor at the National Museum of the Surface Navy.
Limited time only beginning on September 5, 2026!
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.