New exhibit, book tout the SS United States by David Gambacorta, philly.com, March 5, 2013Starting Friday, the SS United States is going to be the focus of an engaging six-month exhibition at the Independence Seaport Museum.Read the full article here.
March 3, 2014 - Philly.com
He's hoping his book helps save SS United States by Peter Dobrin, philly.com, March 3, 2014It's been a long and difficult berth for the SS United States. Since 1996, the magnificent ocean liner has been suspended in shabby dormancy, docked on the Delaware River in South Philadelphia while stewards work out plans for its restoration and reuse.Read the full article here.
February 25, 2014 - UPCOMING EXHIBIT AT INDEPENDENCE SEAPORT MUSEUM
The SS United States Conservancy is proud to announce the upcoming exhibit, SS United States: Charting a Course for America's Flagship, opening at the Independence Seaport MuseumThis exciting exhibit supports the Conservancy's larger mission of raising awareness and building support to Save Our Ship. This exhibit will feature ephemera, photographs, architectural drawings, unique items, and furnishings from the ship. Visitors will view a 3D presentation of the ship's potential restoration and will have a special opportunity to share their own creative ideas about her future possibilities.A special exhibit reception will take place on Thursday evening, March 6, 6-8 pm. Conservancy members: Didn't receive an invitation to the opening reception? Contact the Conservancy at info@ssusc.org, and we'll be happy to send you one!Last call for sponsors! Would you or your firm like to sponsor the exhibit? If you are in a position to help fund the exhibit or volunteer to help out with the installation, please contact the Conservancy ASAP at info@ssusc.org for a sponsorship packet. We could really use your help!