December 24, 2012
Christmas Eve
In honor of Christmas Eve, the last ticket will be sold at 2 p.m. and the museum will close at 3:30 p.m.
December 16, 2012
Open Cockpit Sunday
Patriots Point Naval and Maritime Museum invites the public to visit on Sunday, December 16 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. for the return of “Open Cockpit Sunday.” This is the fourth Open Cockpit Sunday Patriots Point has hosted since the program began last year.
For one day only, visitors will have the opportunity to explore the cockpits of some of the museum’s most popular aircraft, including the SBD Dauntless, F-9 Cougar, H-1 Huey, S-3 Viking, H-3 Sea King, F-18 Hornet and the A-6 Intruder. Patriots Point staff and volunteers will be available to answer questions and to share the unique histories of these historic aircraft. Normal museum admission rates apply.
December 8, 2012
Pinewood Derby Races Kick Off
Patriots Point will kick of Pinewood Derby Races aboard the USS Yorktown! This special program will be offered to overnight campers each month and is one you won’t want to miss!
December 7, 2012
Pearl Harbor Rememberance Ceremony
VFW will host a ceremony to commemorate the 71st Anniversary of the Japanese Attack on Pearl Harbor. The ceremony is free and open to the public.
Patriots Point Homeschool Days
INFORMAL LEARNING TO EXPAND BEYOND THE CLASSROOM
Join other Homeschoolers for annual Homeschool Day Friday, December 7, 10am-noon
Homeschool Days are back by popular demand. 90-minute program includes History and Science, and then guests may explore on their own until Patriots Point closes at 6:30pm. While you are here, also check out the destroyer USS LAFFEY and the submarine USS CLAMAGORE, as well as the Vietnam Naval Support Base on the landside. You’ll have a ‘truly historic’ day of learning and fun!
Cost: $10 per student or adult.
Attendance is limited to 200 participants per session.
LAST AVAILABLE DATE (CLICK TO REGISTER)
ADDITIONAL OPTIONS
Purchase a copy of ‘Oscar I Am; Harry I Was!?” and have it waiting for you when you arrive. Published by Patriots Point Institute of History, Science & Technology. This two-part book supports our onsite education programs, and features “Oscar,” an oxygen atom and “Harry,” a Civil War veteran. In Part I, Oscar tells a Science story about his trip through South Carolina’s watershed. Part II features a series of letters written by Harry and his descendants, that takes the reader through historical events, from the Civil War to today.
Ship Shape Scavenger Hunts are a proven fun and adventurous activity that allow students to see even more of the ship’s sites.
+ Add a Scavenger Hunt for just $1 additional per student during registration online
Additional details
• Meals in the CPO Mess or at the Snack Bar are available for additional cost. You may also bring your own lunch and eat in the picnic area on the property.
• Parking is $5.00 per vehicle per day for cars. Buses may park for free.
• An elevator is available to reach the Hangar Deck and Flight Deck Levels of the USS YORKTOWN. Some areas of the USS LAFFEY and USS CLAMAGORE may be difficult for guests with physical limitations
November 22, 2012
Happy Thanksgiving!
Wishing you and your family a Happy Thanksgiving! Please note: the last ticket will be sold at 2 p.m. and the museum will close at 3:30 p.m.
November 16, 2012
Patriots Point Development Authority Board Meeting
Unless otherwise noted, all board meetings take place aboard the USS YORKTOWN in the Ward Room at 9:30 am. Meetings are open to the public and staff is available to direct you to this location, should you wish to attend.
November 12, 2012
Patriots Point Honors Veterans
In honor of Veterans Day and those who served, Patriots Point will offer FREE admission for all veterans and their families all day on Monday, November 12. (A $5/vehicle parking fee will still apply.)
November 2, 2012
Patriots Point Homeschool Days
INFORMAL LEARNING TO EXPAND BEYOND THE CLASSROOM
Join other Homeschoolers for annual Homeschool Day Friday - 10am-noon: November 2 and December 7
Homeschool Days are back by popular demand. 90-minute program includes History and Science, and then guests may explore on their own until Patriots Point closes at 6:30pm. While you are here, also check out the destroyer USS LAFFEY and the submarine USS CLAMAGORE, as well as the Vietnam Naval Support Base on the landside. You’ll have a ‘truly historic’ day of learning and fun!
Cost: $10 per student or adult.
Attendance is limited to 200 participants per session.
THERE ARE TWO SESSIONS AVAILABLE (CLICK TO REGISTER)
ADDITIONAL OPTIONS
Purchase a copy of ‘Oscar I Am; Harry I Was!?” and have it waiting for you when you arrive. Published by Patriots Point Institute of History, Science & Technology. This two-part book supports our onsite education programs, and features “Oscar,” an oxygen atom and “Harry,” a Civil War veteran. In Part I, Oscar tells a Science story about his trip through South Carolina’s watershed. Part II features a series of letters written by Harry and his descendants, that takes the reader through historical events, from the Civil War to today.
Ship Shape Scavenger Hunts are a proven fun and adventurous activity that allow students to see even more of the ship’s sites.
+ Add a Scavenger Hunt for just $1 additional per student during registration online
Additional details
• Meals in the CPO Mess or at the Snack Bar are available for additional cost. You may also bring your own lunch and eat in the picnic area on the property.
• Parking is $5.00 per vehicle per day for cars. Buses may park for free.
• An elevator is available to reach the Hangar Deck and Flight Deck Levels of the USS YORKTOWN. Some areas of the USS LAFFEY and USS CLAMAGORE may be difficult for guests with physical limitations.
October 25, 2012
Patriots Point Development Authority Board Meeting
Unless otherwise noted, all board meetings take place aboard the USS YORKTOWN in the Ward Room at 9:30 am. Meetings are open to the public and staff is available to direct you to this location, should you wish to attend.