Blue Star Museum - Patriots Point
Blue Star Museum - Patriots Point
Honoring Military Families Through Blue Star Museums
Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum is proud to join the Blue Star Museum program, a nation-wide initiative that provides free admission to active-duty military personnel and their families through Labor Day, September 7, 2026.
While Patriots Point offers free admission year-round to active-duty service members with valid military identification, this new partnership extends that benefit during the summer months to include up to five family members. Eligible visitors may receive free admission by presenting a valid military identification card at the museum ticket window.
From the historic USS Yorktown to the Vietnam Experience Exhibit and Medal of Honor Museum at Patriots Point, military families are invited to explore the stories of service, sacrifice and leadership that continue to shape our nation.
How It Works
- Present a valid active-duty military card and valid photo ID at the ticket booth
- Receive free museum admission for the active-duty service member and up to five family members
- Explore all standard exhibits, including:
- The USS Yorktown aircraft carrier
- The legendary USS Laffey destroyer
- The immersive Vietnam Experience
- The Medal of Honor Museum
Tickets must be purchased in person at the ticket booth to receive the Blue Star Museums rate.
The Blue Star Museums rate is valid from Armed Forces Day, Saturday, May 16, 2026, through Labor Day, Monday, September 7, 2026.
Why We Participate
Patriots Point is home to powerful stories of service, sacrifice, leadership and courage. Through our participation in the Blue Star Museums program, we are proud to extend access to those stories for the military families who continue to serve our nation today.
By joining Blue Star Museums, we reinforce our commitment to:
- Honoring active-duty service members and their families
- Recognizing the sacrifices made by military families
- Providing meaningful opportunities to connect with America's military history
- Creating memorable educational experiences for military families
- Inspiring future generations through the stories of those who served
We view Blue Star Museums as an opportunity to give back to the military community and express our gratitude for their service. Through this initiative, military families can explore, learn and experience history together while creating lasting memories aboard one of America's most historic naval vessels.
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