Free
Special Programs
Mon, 4/19 | WWI LIVING HISTORY
Hear living
history re-enactor Russ Kirby tell stories of American infantry soldiers who lived
and fought in Europe. See the uniforms, equipment, and weapons that an infantry
soldier had available to him in combat.
Tues, 4/20 | WWII STAMP WORKSHOP
Henry
Lukas, Director of Education for the Spellman Museum of Stamps & POstal History,
will provide a brief history of postage stamps and the post office, with a focus
on WWII. Visitors will make a collection of US stamps to take home.
Wed,
4/21 | WOMEN PROTECTING US
Learn about the contributions of women in war
with Laurie Carlson, the creator of our new women's exhibit, "WOMEN PROTECTING
US." Guests will meet in the Wardroom annex for a brief introduction and
will be escorted down to the exhibit on the second deck.
Thurs, 4/22
| KNOT TYING
Learn to tie nautical knots with Battleship Cove's knot-tying
instructor, David Goldrick.
Fri, 4/23 | WWI LIVING HISTORY
Hear
living history re-enactor Russ Kirby tell stories of American infantry soldiers
who lived and fought in Europe. See the uniforms, equipment, and weapons that
an infantry soldier had available to him in combat.
Free
Daily Activites
Scavenger Hunt: Explore the battleship, destroyer,a
nd submarine with Battleship Cove's Liberty Week Scavenger Hunt! As you travel
through passageways and compartments, you will search for answers to 15 questions
about our proud vessels. Bring your completed scavenger hunt worksheet to the
gift shop for a free prize.
Knot Know-How: Each visitor will receive
a knot-tying booklet and a complimentary peice of line (rope). See the schedule
above for guide knot instruction.
Celebrating Our Flag: Learn hot
to fold the American Flag and the special meaning behind each fold in a special
booklet entitled Celebrating Our Flag.
Letters to Heroes: Write
letters to our heroes in the military with staionery provided in the Wardroom
on the Battleship Massachusetts. "Mail" your letter in the original
post office on the second deck, and we will send them overseas for you!
Orientation
Video: View a 20-minute film about the history of the USS Massachusetts.
Playing all day in Newberry Hall (the PT Boat Building).
WWII Disney
Cartoons: Enjoy a special selection of Disney cartoons from the 1940s. Playing
all day in the Student orientation Center on the second deck on board USS Massachusetts. |
