As naval wargamers, these warships are the objects of our enduring fascination with naval warfare and all of them need our support if they are to
be preserved for future generations. Here are some links to organizations dedicated to the preservation of these historic vessels so please consider
supporting their efforts through membership or contribution. A visit to these historic ships is truly inspiring and something a naval wargamer is
likely to remember for quite some time.
We welcome all organizations supporting historic warships anywhere in the world to send us your information for this page.
USS OLYMPIA (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) Independence Seaport Museum
An iconic symbol of American history, Olympia now risks sinking at the dock and being forever lost. Her hull is severely corroded, compounded by weather leakage through her rotted
exterior deck. She has not been hauled since 1945 and currently has 62 patched holes below the waterline and two compartments that are flooded and tidal. Because Olympia has not been out of the
water for more than 60 years, she is in critical need of dry docking for major hull repair and exterior deck replacement. The entire restoration project, which also includes visitor and educational
enhancements, will cost $19.5 million. Your donations and assistance are urgently needed!
Historic Naval Ships Association Historic Naval Ships Association
Thirty-seven years ago, a group of individuals representing a number of former naval vessels established the Historic Naval Ships Association (HNSA).
Its purpose is to facilitate the exchange of information and provide mutual support among those who are working hard to maintain their aging vessels
physically and financially.
Battleship TEXAS (Houston, Texas) Battleship TEXAS Foundation
The Battleship Texas Foundation was created to assist ongoing preservation and educational efforts aboard this historic ship. Your membership in the
Foundation helps ensure that the "Mighty T" continues to tell the story of those who fought for freedom on both sides of the globe.
Battleship NORTH CAROLINA (Wilmington, North Carolina) Battleship NORTH CAROLINA
This grand lady, known as The Showboat, deserves special recognition and support. The Friends of the Battleship NORTH CAROLINA was incorporated
as a non-profit organization whose role is to support the Museum Department and promote the preservation of the Battleship. Members of the Friends
form a special circle of caring people who join forces to enhance the unique opportunity to reach out and touch World War II, an era which is, arguably,
the most significant period of our National and world history in the 20th Century.
Friends of the Battleship NORTH CAROLINA
Friends of the Battleship NORTH CAROLINA is a non-profit organization. Membership dues are used to support exhibits, interpretation, educational programs, artifact
acquisition, and restoration projects. The Battleship NORTH CAROLINA receives no funding from federal, state or local governments for its operations. The Ship is maintained
through revenues generated from admissions, museum store sales, rentals, donations, and Friends memberships.
Battleship ALABAMA (Mobile, Alabama) USS ALABAMA Battleship Foundation
The USS ALABAMA needs our help. The Battleship Commission has begun a campaign to raise $8 million to protect the battleship and her companion, the
USS DRUM submarine, for generations to come. Since 1965, the ship has been proudly anchored in Mobile Bay’s Battleship Park as a tourist attraction
and live history lesson. Thousands of tourists, school and Scout groups tour her each year. But her strength is fading. Time and nature have taken their
toll on her mighty hull. Without intervention, the ship and submarine will continue to deteriorate, and both may have to be scrapped unless enough
money is raised to preserve them.
Battleship WISCONSIN (Norfolk, Virginia) Nauticus - USS WISCONSIN
Berthed at Nauticus, the Battleship Wisconsin is one of the largest and last battleships ever built by the U.S. Navy. Explore its deck through a self-guided or
audio tour that will take you back in time to experience this majestic ship that earned five battle stars during World War II.
The City of Norfolk has assumed stewardship of the Battleship Wisconsin, which is now included in regular Nauticus admission. Admission fees help preserve and
maintain the battleship for future generations.
Battleship WISCONSIN (Norfolk, Virginia) Nauticus - USS WISCONSIN
Berthed at Nauticus, the Battleship Wisconsin is one of the largest and last battleships ever built by the U.S. Navy. Explore its deck through a self-guided or
audio tour that will take you back in time to experience this majestic ship that earned five battle stars during World War II.
The City of Norfolk has assumed stewardship of the Battleship Wisconsin, which is now included in regular Nauticus admission. Admission fees help preserve and
maintain the battleship for future generations.
TIME TRAVEL IS POSSIBLE
You can travel back in time when you visit these magnificent warships. But they all desparately need your support if we are to preserve them for ourselves and future generations.
