Mother and son in the Combat Information Center
Two individuals in the Combat Information Center
A girl and boy in the Combat Information Center
Thursday
October30

Open today from 10AM to 5PM

40 Patriots Point Rd.
Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464
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Combat Information Center

Experience radio transmissions that recreate one of the many tense moments aboard a ship, and understand how the USS Laffey served the US Navy during the Cold War.

Are there enemy submarines out there?

Enter the Combat Information Center on the USS Laffey to experience a tense exchange during the Cold War. A dual hologram appears, radio transmissions sound, and radar repeaters show a sweeping motion as they “search” for enemy submarines. In the Combat Information Center, you can experience a brief moment of what it was like for the brave sailors navigating the uncertain waters of the Cold War aboard the USS Laffey. 

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Activity

Scavenger Hunt

Pick up your Scavenger Hunt at the Information Desk on the USS Yorktown. Happy hunting! Additional $3.00 ticket purchase required.
Additional $3.00 ticket purchase required.
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Tour

Audio Tour

Discover the stories of the USS Yorktown through the eyes of veterans as you explore over 100 stops on this immersive audio tour. Hear firsthand accounts and experience the sights and sounds of the...
Additional $7.99 purchase required.
Apollo 8 Capsule
Experience

Apollo 8 Spacecraft

Take a ride to the moon and back inside this replica Apollo 8 capsule while listening to actual radio communication and watching video recorded during the mission.
Included with admission.
Mount 53, on the USS Laffey
Experience

Mount 53

Take a step back to April 16, 1945 during an historic kamikaze attack on the USS Laffey and witness what it was like for the brave men serving in the gun mount.
Included with admission.