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Gravely Celebration Student Luncheon

AN EXPERIENCE TO REMEMBER In 1962 Vice Admiral Samuel L. Gravely, Jr. became the first African American to take command of a U.S. Navy combatant ship. He continued to break barriers throughout his career, becoming the first African American commander, captain, rear...

Battleship IOWA Halloween STEMebration

Join the Battleship IOWA crew on Saturday, October 28th from 6pm – 10pm for our third annual Halloween STEMebration! Have a safe and fun experience aboard the ship for FREE! Six Candy Stations Game Stations Witch’s Ring Toss Boooo-wling Spider Rockets Eyeball Bounce...
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