News & Events
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Free Community Event to Reflect, Honor and Remember 9/11 Heroes and Victims
Posted: Sep 06, 2023MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. – In a solemn tribute to the heroes and victims of the tragic events of September 11, 2001, over a thousand people are expected to participate in […]
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New Director of Public Information Brings Diplomatic Flair to Patriots Point
Posted: Aug 10, 2023The Patriots Point Development Authority (PPDA) has hired Erin DiNicola, a former US Diplomat, as its new Public Information Director. DiNicola, who spent nine years with the U.S. Department of […]
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South Carolina Educators To Attend Professional Development Program Aboard The USS Yorktown
Posted: Jun 07, 2023MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. – On Tuesday, June 13, the Patriots Point Education Department will host its 12th annual Teacher Recertification Professional Development Program aboard the USS Yorktown. The two-day conference […]
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Everything You Need To Know For July 4 At Patriots Point
Posted: Jun 06, 2023Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum will continue the tradition of being the Lowcountry’s destination for patriotism this Fourth of July. If you’re interested in attending, here’s what you need […]
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Patriots Point Development Authority and USS Yorktown Foundation Announce New Hires
Posted: Jun 02, 2023MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. – Patriots Point Development Authority (PPDA) and its foundation, the USS Yorktown Foundation, announce the hiring of two key positions. Patriots Point, home of the historic aircraft […]
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Celebrate Independence Day at Patriots Point
Posted: May 24, 2023MOUNT PLEASANT, S.C. – Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum will continue the tradition of being the Lowcountry’s destination for patriotism this 4th of July. The home of the historic […]
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Patriots Point Launches New Audio Tour
Posted: May 23, 2023Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum has launched a new audio tour for visitors aboard the historic USS Yorktown. The audio tour is presented by Charleston’s top-rated history tour company […]
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The Fighting Lady Turns 80: Celebration and New Exhibition
Posted: Mar 17, 2023The price of general admission for the Fighting Lady Turns 80 is $19 for adults and $16 for kids 6-12. Children under 6 are free. On Saturday, April 15, 2023, […]
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Two Group Tours You Don’t Want to Miss at Patriots Point!
Posted: Mar 16, 2023The USS Yorktown can feel like a labyrinth during your first visit. The ship is vast. Visitors can spend only two hours flying through the four self-guided tours – or […]
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Calling All Volunteers!
Posted: Feb 23, 2023Written by Jami Barr, Marketing Intern Originally posted at Calling All Volunteers! (aboardtheussyorktown.com) Welcome Aboard When you arrive at Patriot’s Point, the USS Laffey and the USS Yorktown will greet […]