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Back by popular demand, the Patriots Point Institute of History, Science and Technology is offering Homeschool Days aboard the USS Yorktown from 10 a.m. – noon on the second Tuesday of each month...
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In celebration of the contributions of African Americans throughout our nation’s history, Patriots Point’s Institute of History, Science and Technology hosted a special symposium entitled, “Jenkins...
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For more than fifty years, Lonnie Hamilton, III has dedicated his time and efforts to making Charleston a better place. He has shaped the minds of youth – serving for 20 years as an educator and Band...
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As part of Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum’s ongoing efforts to support our nation’s veterans, the museum partnered with The Dream Foundation, CKE Restaurants, Inc. and Hampton Inn Charleston...
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When Marine Corps veteran Marshall W. Fox was diagnosed with lung cancer last year, his daughter, Angela Ritch, wanted to plan something to make his birthday extra special. While thinking of ideas for...
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One of the nation’s last remaining MK1 River Patrol Boats (PBR) will be getting a facelift thanks to a dedicated team of professionals who have partnered with Patriots Point to donate their time...
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Elite Barbershop owner Joe Roberts is pictured standing with Town of Mount Pleasant Mayor Billy Swails.[/caption] Thanks to the support of a local business owner, Patriots Point Naval & Maritime...
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The Patriots Point Development Authority (PPDA) Board, in conjunction with the Patriots Point Executive Director, is responsible for the long-term planning and day-to-day management of the agency...
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The Patriots Point Institute of History, Science and Technology will host the second annual Teacher Recertification Professional Development Program aboard the USS Yorktown August 7-8, 2013. This year...
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Greetings from Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum! On Friday during the Patriots Point Development Authority Board Meeting, the MUSAIC Design Group will present the first phase of the Museum...
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Patriots Point Naval & Maritime is proud to welcome the 2013 Sweet Grass Music Festival on Saturday, March 16! The festival will bring together some of the top names in bluegrass, including headliner...
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During the March meeting of the Patriots Point Development Authority Board, the MUSAIC Design Group presented the Patriots Point Museum Experience Master Plan for the USS Yorktown. The plan employs...
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First Lady Eleanor Roosevelt christens the USS Yorktown in April 1943.[/caption] BUY TICKETS HERE! The nation’s oldest aircraft carrier museum, the USS Yorktown (CV-10) is turning 70 and Patriots...
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In support of Operation Enduring Freedom, Patriots Point Development Authority (PPDA) Board Member, Col. Zeb Williams will deploy to Afghanistan in the coming weeks. Col. Williams will be assigned to...
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On Tuesday, April 2, the USS Yorktown will join other iconic landmarks around the world to “Light It Up Blue” in support of autism awareness. April 2 was designated as World Autism Awareness Day by...
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Positive momentum is continuing to grow at Patriots Point Naval and Maritime Museum, with the attraction posting record numbers on Tuesday, April 2. Ticket sales, parking lot numbers and gift shop...
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Fourteen former Yorktown crewmembers met with visiting guests and scouts this past Saturday, 03 October. The crewmembers included Ed Branning, Ben Couillard, Robert Dorsey, Les Hakes, Ed Hewitt...
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A contingent of the United States Seagoing Marine Association boarded Yorktown for a reunion on Wednesday, 21 October. They are Marines who served on ships at sea. In the picture below are six former...
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Over twenty Cub Scouts and their parents assembled on the aft flightdeck of Yorktown on 21 October to learn about the United States national flag, what the colors, stripes and stars stood for. They...