Featuring panel discussions and a list of distinguished speakers that includes former U.S. Maritime Administration Administrator Admiral Mark Buzby (Ret.), Captain James McNamara, authors Larry Driscoll and Bill Fox, and Conservancy President Susan Gibbs, this event will be interesting and informative for people of all ages.
The event will also feature a chocolate table with SS United States-inspired products and chocolate-themed activities for kids; book sales and signings by Larry Driscoll and Bill Fox; wine tasting and sales courtesy of MountainRose Vineyards and merchandise sales that include original blank menu covers suitable for framing, smokestack tissue holders and original blank passenger, crew and purser forms.
This is the Conservancy's first in-person programming since the start of the pandemic and it's sure to be great fun for everyone.
This latest edition of our online auction series offers unique experiences and collectibles, from tours of the SS United States, Battleship Wisconsin and Battleship New Jersey, to memorabilia and Big U-inspired merchandise. Featured items include:
A tour of the SS United States at her berth in Philadelphia;
A three-hour curator's tour of the Battleship New Jersey;
Four general admission tickets to Nauticus and the Battleship Wisconsin;
A signed, remarque print by world-renowned maritime artist Robert G. Lloyd (pictured here);
Two single-day admission tickets to Colonial Williamsburg;
A vintage wool chatham blanket emblazoned with the United States Lines logo;
Posters of the SS United States at sea and the Queen Mary 2 during trails;
Copies of "SS United States: The View From Down Below" by Robert Sturm; "The Last Great Race: The SS United States and the Blue Riband" by Larry Driscoll; and "SS United States" by William H. Miller; and
Ephemera from the SS United States' service career.
The Newport News Auction ends at 3:30pm ET on Saturday, April 9, 2022. Get your bids in early so you don't miss out on a chance for these once-in-a-lifetime items. Winning bids help support the Conservancy’s ongoing work to save and repurpose this American icon.
Submissions are being accepted for our Maiden Voyage 70th Anniversary T-Shirt Contest. Now through Sunday, May 29, ship enthusiasts, artists and designers of all ages and ability levels can submit a design - like this one that was created by young supporter Ryan Miller in 2018 - that could be featured on special anniversary t-shirts that will be sold this year.
After you've explored our ongoing digital exhibition, "Transatlantic Trailblazers," be sure to stop by our exhibition store where you can pick up a variety of fun collectibles, including this special t-shirt.
The shirt showcases two of our exhibition’s trailblazing women, Gwen Lux and Mira Van Doren and it is a great way to share your support for the Conservancy.
