Patriots Point Open to Visitors: Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum is not affected by the federal government shutdown and is currently open to visitors. All exhibits and programs remain open and operating as normal. We look forward to welcoming you aboard!
Vietnam War veteran and author Joe Tyson Sr. will participate in a book signing event at Patriots Point on Tuesday, August 9. Tyson wrote the memoir "Unfortunate Sons", which tells the story of his time as a Marine tanker in Vietnam. The book covers Tyson's seventeen months of patrols and combat experiences, plus the challenges of veterans returning home from war. Tyson will be signing copies of the book on the Hangar Deck of the USS Yorktown from 10:30 a.m.- 2 p.m. A general admission ticket is required.