As we continue to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the SS United States’ maiden voyage, supporters of America’s Flagship recently gathered for “Heritage Weekend” hosted by the Conservancy’s Hampton Roads chapter.
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It is with profound sadness that the Conservancy shares the passing of Barbara Katz, a passionate supporter of the SS United States and whose family had longstanding connections with America’s Flagship. Her parents and grandparents were all passengers on the ship’s record-breaking maiden voyage.
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We are always interested in receiving SS United States artifacts, whether it be a passenger list, menu, photograph, home movie, or an item related to the ship itself. In addition to physical objects, we are also happy to add digital scans and photographs to our permanent collections. Simply drop us a line at archives@ssusc.
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The Conservancy is pleased to announce the rescheduled date for our panel discussion that explores on our digital exhibition, “Transatlantic Trailblazers: The Women Behind The Art & Engineering of the SS United States.”
Exploring the many contributions that women made to the engineering, design, art, and decor of America's Flagship, this exhibition showcases the work of pioneering women like Constance Smith, Mira Jedwabnik Van Doren, Kaplan, Dorothy Marckwald and Anne Urquhart among others.
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On Saturday, April 9, 2022, the Hampton Roads Chapter of the SS United States Conservancy is hosting a fundraising Heritage Tour at the Mariners' Museum in Newport News, VA. During the Morning Session, which will run from 10:00am to 12:00pm, speakers will include Susan Gibbs, granddaughter of the ship's designer William Francis Gibbs and President of the Conservancy; Admiral Mark Buzby (retired), U.S. Merchant Marine Academy and former Administrator of the U.S. Maritime Administration; and Captain James McNamara, SUNY Maritime and Chairman of the Maritime Industry Museum.
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