News & Events
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PPDA Board Reflects on the Passing Of Chairman Hall
Posted: Aug 17, 2020It was a shock to learn of the passing of Bill Hall, Sr., Chairman of our Board. He had served less than a year, but it didn’t take long for […]
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New Tour Explores Sailor Artwork and Life Aboard the Aircraft Carrier
Posted: Jul 27, 2020An all-new guided-tour takes visitors on an hour journey throughout the aircraft carrier Yorktown. The Steel Canvas Tour features artwork created by sailors aboard the ship more than 50 years […]
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Museum Receives $11k Bridge Grant
Posted: May 27, 2020Our museum has received an $11,000 Bridge Grant from South Carolina Humanities (www.schumanities.org). Funding for Bridge Grants has been provided by the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) as part […]
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The Wonders of the Waters at Patriots Point
Posted: Mar 13, 2020Spring at Patriots Point is a pretty magical place. Constant sun, summer-like temperatures, and a perfect breeze are the makings of a beautiful spring visit! The first day of the […]
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Patriots Point Honoring Vietnam Veterans with Ceremony
Posted: Mar 09, 2020Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum will offer Vietnam veterans and their immediate family members free admission on Vietnam Veterans Day, March 29, the 47th anniversary of the day United […]
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Help Out the USS Yorktown Foundation on Amazon by Shopping with a Smile!
Posted: Mar 06, 2020Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum hosts hundreds of thousands of guests every year, and with all the programs and offerings we have here, it takes a lot to keep […]
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Veteran’s Take On What to see in the Vietnam Experience
Posted: Feb 28, 2020Welcome to the Vietnam Experience at Patriots Point Maritime & Naval Museum. You are entering the exhibits that will lead you through a recreated Combat Fire Support Base which was […]
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“Rise Above: Red Tail” Takes Flight at Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum
Posted: Feb 21, 2020As you may have seen, we have been very excited about the Rise Above: Red Tail exhibit at Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum, and it is finally here! From […]
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Patriots Point Restoring USS Yorktown Pri-Fly
Posted: Feb 13, 2020There are always exciting restoration projects going on here at Patriots Point. Our newest project is reopening and restoring the pri-fly in the superstructure on the flight deck of the […]
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The Tuskegee Airmen On The Screen
Posted: Feb 11, 2020At Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum, we are celebrating the accomplishments of the African-American community during Black History Month with the limited time exhibit “Rise Above: Red Tail.” Open […]