Updates on the Conservancy, the SS United States, and our future museum and visitor experience.
Maiden voyage. Two words that conjure up a unique sense of excitement and anticipation. Add the prospect of a record-breaking passage on the most prestigious Transocean crossing of them all and it is easy to imagine the thrilling atmosphere that surrounded SS United States and adjacent Pier 86, on the morning of Thursday 3rd July 1952.
Read MoreIn March 2020, people across the country and around the world were gripped by rising fears of an unknown, rapidly spreading disease called COVID-19. While the much of the world came to a screeching halt, and millions of Americans school and work days shifted to home, our nation’s first responders continued to serve and protect.
Read MoreConservancy President Susan Gibbs, granddaughter of the ship’s famed designer William Francis Gibbs, presented the organization’s Blue Riband awards to Melissa Muchulsky, wife of former crewmember Joe Muchulsky, who passed away in January, and Debbie Rindfleisch, who accepted on behalf of her late husband, Jim Rindfleisch.
Read MoreAs 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.
Read MoreIt 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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