Submarine Force Museum

It's not just an exhibit, it's an Adventure!

Find out what's new at the museum since your last visit.

Photo of the Gato class submarine exhibit

OCTOBER

1941 - USS <i>Hornet</i> (CV-8) is commissioned. During World War II, she participates in the Doolittle Raid on Japan, the Battle of Midway, and the Solomon Campaign.

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Calendar of
Events

OCTOBER

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Our Hours of Operation

Summer Hours May 1 - September 30 9am - 5pm Wed - Mon Closed Tuesdays Winter Hours October 1 - April 30 9am - 4pm Wed - Mon Closed Tuesdays.

CLOSED on Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year's Day. We are also closed a week of April and a week of November for upkeep.

Strategic Deterrence
Submarines

Strategic Deterrence is the policy used by the United States to dissuade adversaries from launching a nuclear attack. This is made up of three different segments – or legs: Land-based intercontinental ballistic missile, strategic bombers, and nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarines.

image of 41 for Freedom - Fleet Ballistic Missile Submarine

Education and
Outreach

Learn about and schedule a group tour or classroom program.

Photo of educator giving a lecture about the torpedo

Exhibits and
Collections

Find out about current and past exhibits. Explore the museum's collection online.

Library and
Archives

Make an appointment to conduct research at the museum. Explore our archives online.

TR Sub illustration showing a transparent effect on the sub's walls

Volunteer at the
Museum

Apply to become a museum docent.

Schedule
Events

Learn how to schedule events and reserve spaces at the museum.

Poster for Join the Navy showing a sailor riding a torpedo, and it says "Join the Navy, The Service for Fighting Men"

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