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This Saturday, the USS Yorktown Association will host their second annual Veterans Day 5K. Last year, runners began the race with a bang as we fired an anti-tank gun at the starting line. This year...
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The Morale Entertainment Foundation (MEF) and Patriots Point, home of the USS Yorktown, have begun talks to reach a three-year extension of their agreement to hold the annual Carrier Classic college...
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Patriots Point has introduced exciting new educational programming opportunities to bring Girl Scouts’ Journey books to life. The Girl Scouts: Make YOUR Journey series at Patriots Point features hands...
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Thanks to a generous grant from the Hootie and the Blowfish Foundation, Georgetown County fifth grade students climbed aboard the USS YORKTOWN last month to participate in educational programs offered...
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As we look ahead to Thanksgiving and the holiday season, we are full of gratitude for those who served - and continue to serve - our great nation. We are also thankful for your continued support of...
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The eyes of the nation were on Patriots Point and the USS Yorktown, as the historic aircraft carrier hosted the 2012 Carrier Classic, which featured both an NCAA men’s and women’s game. In the women’s...
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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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Patriots Point staff hosted an event rental open house to meet with industry leaders and showcase interior and exterior locations for groups as large as 3,500 and as small as 15. Thanks to the hard...
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On Saturday, Nov. 17, the War of 1812 Tall Ship LYNX “America’s Privateer” will sail into Charleston Harbor Resort & Marina - located next to the USS Yorktown! The historic ship will be available for...
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Patriots Point and our museum ships were featured on Sunday night's edition of NBC Nightly News!
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Throughout the year, we are pleased to offer a variety of events and educational programs that are open to the public. Please visit this page often, as we'll update it when new events are added...
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Bill Casassa and I met up on the quarterdeck of the Laffey, where you can always find him during his Thursday volunteer shift (or other days and places where Thom says he needs someone!). And if he is...
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The Congressional Medal of Honor Society today announced the addition of new exhibits to its Recipients’ Museum to bring to life stories of valor and sacrifice in the War on Terrorism in Iraq and...
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After a two-year delay, the USS Yorktown at Patriots Point Naval and Maritime Museum will once again echo with the memories and laughter of those who served on her. Yorktown veterans will gather for...
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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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Patriots Point Development Authority Board Member to Deploy in Support of Operation Enduring Freedom
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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The forecast is calling for rain tonight (Sunday, April 14); but d0n't worry... we're have a back-up plan! Tonight's 'Tribute to the Yorktown' USO-style show will take place in Hangar Bay III aboard...
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Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum has been awarded a $10,000 grant from the Tin Can Sailors, Inc. for preservation and upgrades to the USS Laffey (DD-724). Funding will be used to climate control...