TONIGHT AT 7:00 PM EASTERN TIME:
A VIRTUAL CELEBRATION OF THE SS UNITED STATES
Tune In For Our 70th Anniversary Gala
Seventy years ago today, the SS United States was christened, draped in billowing red, white and blue as tens of thousands gathered to watch the water meet her hull. The nation’s flagship would go on to make maritime history as the fastest ocean liner ever built, smashing the transatlantic speed record using only two-thirds of her power.


This virtual anniversary event, being emceed by West Coast Chapter Co-Chairs David Perry and Mark Perry, will include unique contributions from our global network of supporters, including world-renowned musical performances, a computer-generated imagery tour of the SS United States, stunning video of the restored SS Rotterdam and much, much more!

The virtual gala will offer fun and entertainment for the whole family. We hope you enjoy the show!

70TH ANNIVERSARY ONLINE FLAGSHIP AUCTION
Bid On Original Artwork, Unique Experiences, Memorabilia and More 
As we continue to celebrate the Big U's 70th anniversary, the Conservancy is also excited to offer a special 70th Anniversary Online Flagship Auction.

This latest edition of our online auction series offers unique items and collectibles, from Conservancy merchandise to SS United States treasures, to once-in-a-lifetime experiences. Featured items include:
  • A signed, remarqué print of Robert Lloyd’s new At the Midnight Hour (pictured at right);
  • Guided tours aboard the SS United States;
  • An exclusive overnight stay and experience on board the Gibbs & Cox-designed historic fireboat, Fire Fighter;
  • A first class dining room charger plate from the SS United States;
  • Signed books by renowned maritime historians, Bill Miller and Dan Finamore;
  • Vintage Queen Mary 2 trials poster; and much more! 

Bid now before it's too late. The 70th Anniversary Online Flagship Auction ends at 5:00 PM Eastern Time on Monday, July 5. Winning bids help support the Conservancy’s ongoing work to save and repurpose this American icon. 

THE BIG U CONTINUES TO INSPIRE...

"Loved this! I teach American history, and include the age of the steamships and trans-Atlantic liners in the technological history of the U.S., so this is a fabulous resource."

- Lindsay, a recent visitor to the digital exhibition, Advertising the United States