Naval History and Heritage Command

National Museum of the U.S. Navy

The Navy is creating a new campus-style museum to honor the service of American Sailors and enhance the public understanding of our vibrant history and heritage.

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NMUSN Temporarily Closed

As a preventive measure, to avoid congregations of large groups of people, both museums will remain closed. Please check back or join our mailing list for regular updates.

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BBB: The Wilkes Expedition

Join the Education Department for a live Facebook Webinar on 19 January 2021 from Noon to 1 pm on the U.S. Navy in the Age of Exploration: The Wilkes Expedition.

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Calendar of
Events

JANUARY

STEAM Saturday: Understanding Radar Demonstration

1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., Virtual Program - NMUSN Facebook

JANUARY

Brown-Bag Brief: The U.S. Navy in the Age of Exploration: The Wilkes Expedition with James C. Rentfrow, Ph.D.

12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m., Virtual Program - NMUSN Facebook

Today in
History

DECEMBER

Today in History

1917 - While underway off Point Loma, Calif., USS F 1 collides with her sister sub, USS F 3. With her hull torn open amidships, she rapidly sinks and loses 19 crewmen.

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