US Navy: Stewards of the Sea
Stewards of the Sea: Defending Freedom, Protecting the EnvironmentIntroducing the first interactive exhibit to be installed aboard the historic USS IOWA. This new display marks the beginning of the initial phase of our transition to become the only national museum...
MVA Inquiry
Contact Us (Military & Veterans Affairs) Whether you're a veteran, active-duty service member, or family member, we're here to support you. Reach out to connect with our team, access resources, or learn more about programs dedicated to honoring and empowering...
Military Ceremonies
Military Ceremonies Aboard Battleship IOWA Honor your service and mark your milestone aboard one of the most iconic ships in U.S. Navy history. Whether it's a re-enlistment, commissioning, promotion/pinning, or retirement ceremony, Battleship IOWA offers a uniquely...
Declare your Intent
Declaration of Intent - Leave a Legacy of Purpose Planned giving is a powerful way to ensure your values live on. By including the Pacific Battleship Center in your estate plans, you help preserve Battleship IOWA, honor those who served, and inspire future generations...
Gift In-Kind Form
Surface Navy Association
Battleship IOWA (Greater Los Angeles Area) SNA Chapter The Battleship IOWA Chapter meets aboard the historic US Navy battleship USS IOWA (BB-61) in the community of San Pedro in the Port of Los Angeles. The chapter is centrally located for SNA members in the Greater...
Marine Corps League Big Stick Det 1496
Marine Corps League Mission The mission of the Marine Corps League is to promote the interest and to preserve traditions of the United States Marine Corps; strengthen the fraternity of Marines and their families; serve Marines and FMF Navy Personnel who wear or who...
Sea Cadets – Battleship IOWA Division
The United States Naval Sea Cadet Corps (Sea Cadets) is the Navy’s youth development program. We give young Americans skills, knowledge, and confidence through an amazing variety of training opportunities. Sea Cadets wear uniforms, work as teams in a disciplined...
American Legion Battleship IOWA Post 61
California American Legion post now aboard the USS Iowa Excerpts By Michael Hjelmstad During its 50 years of service from 1940 to 1990, speed, big guns, heavy armor and endurance earned the USS Iowa the designation of the "World's Greatest Naval Ship." The battleship...
American Legion Riders Chapter 61
American Legion Riders chapters are well known for their charitable work, which has raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for local children’s hospitals, schools, veterans homes, severely wounded service members and scholarships. Since 2006, Riders nationwide have...
What USS Iowa Means to the 1989 Crew
Reflections from CIO David CanfieldRemembering And Returning As a nineteen-year-old, Battleship IOWA Vice President and Chief Information/Technology Officer David Canfield experienced the worst day in the ship's history. He's given us permission to share a...
Touring Battleship IOWA During LA Fleet Week 2024
Tuesday, May 20, 2024 Battleship IOWA will be open during regular hours – 10:00 AM till 4:00 PM – for tours as usual. Parking near the ship will only be available in the north end of the lot. Please enter via Swinford Avenue, straight off the Harbor Blvd exit from the...
Rock for Responders 2025
The EventWhat is Rock for Responders? Rock for Responders is a powerful live concert event hosted by the National Museum of the Surface Navy at the Battleship IOWA, created to honor the unwavering dedication of first responders and veterans. More than just a concert,...
National Museum of the Surface Navy Announces 2025 Freedom of the Seas Award Recipients
National Museum of the Surface Navy announces its 2025 Freedom of the Seas award recipients
Remembering IOWA’s Arrival 13 Years Later
VP & CHENG Mike Getscher recalls his experience with IOWA’s arrival to the Port of LA
