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Battleship Missouri Memorial America's last Battleship. A symbol of international peace and American pride. The Battleship Missouri Memorial is open daily, 8:00 a.m.
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The Battleship Missouri Memorial, opened in 1999, offers visitors a powerful journey through history, highlighting the role of the “Mighty Mo” in World War II, the Korean War, and Desert Storm. Decommissioned after decades of service, the ship now stands as a historic site in Pearl Harbor. Operated by the USS Missouri Memorial Association, a nonprofit 501(c)(3), the memorial is supported through visitor admissions, memberships, and donations. to 4:00 p.m., but is closed on Thanksgiving, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day.

She said yes! 💍Congratulations to Steve and Lin on their engagement! We're honored that the Mighty Mo could be part of s...
10/15/2026

She said yes! 💍

Congratulations to Steve and Lin on their engagement! We're honored that the Mighty Mo could be part of such a memorable milestone in your love story. Wishing you a lifetime of happiness together.

Just one of many unforgettable views from the Mighty Mo’s journey around the world.USS Missouri passes the Rock of Gibra...
10/14/2026

Just one of many unforgettable views from the Mighty Mo’s journey around the world.

USS Missouri passes the Rock of Gibraltar in 1986, with the famous landmark visible on the horizon.

10/13/2026

Name that ship part! ⚓

More than 80 years ago, the signing of this document marked the end of World War II and the beginning of a long journey ...
10/12/2026

More than 80 years ago, the signing of this document marked the end of World War II and the beginning of a long journey toward peace.

Signed aboard USS Missouri in Tokyo Bay on September 2, 1945, the original Japanese Instrument of Surrender was recently on display at the Diplomatic Archives of Japan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs 外務省 .

This historic artifact was featured in the first part of the special exhibition, “Showa Diplomacy: Records of a Turbulent Era,” commemorating the Japanese government's “100 Years of Shōwa” initiative.

More than eight decades later, this document remains a powerful reminder of the significance of that day and the enduring importance of peace.

Not a bad view for the ride back to the ship. 🇵🇹A USS Missouri motor launch makes its way back to the Mighty Mo after a ...
10/11/2026

Not a bad view for the ride back to the ship. 🇵🇹

A USS Missouri motor launch makes its way back to the Mighty Mo after a visit ashore in Lisbon, Portugal, in November 1986.

USS Missouri cuts through the water during her 1986 around-the-world shakedown cruise, a journey that took the newly rec...
10/10/2026

USS Missouri cuts through the water during her 1986 around-the-world shakedown cruise, a journey that took the newly recommissioned battleship across the globe.

Not a bad way to see the world. 👀

Before the Mighty Mo returned to active service in 1986, Russell Hall was already aboard helping prepare her for what ca...
10/08/2026

Before the Mighty Mo returned to active service in 1986, Russell Hall was already aboard helping prepare her for what came next. ⚓

Mr. Hall served aboard USS Missouri from 1985–1987 as an EM2 in E-Division and is a recommissioning plankowner.

He visited the ship in September with his wife Nancy and shared memories from his time aboard — including sleeping in the ship’s 1940s-style racks as a member of the pre-commissioning crew, before newer racks were installed.

Mr. Hall stood watch in the Lighting and Tool Issue Shops and at the Engine Room switchboards. He also served as the electrician assigned to the ship’s “Flying Squad” damage control team.

Decades later, it was a pleasure to have him walking the decks of the Mighty Mo once again.

Thank you for your service, Mr. Hall! ⚓

10/07/2026

Picture-perfect day aboard the Mighty Mo. ☀️

🌎 In 1986, USS Missouri set out on an around-the-world shakedown cruise following her recommissioning and return to acti...
10/06/2026

🌎 In 1986, USS Missouri set out on an around-the-world shakedown cruise following her recommissioning and return to active service.

The voyage took her across oceans and to ports around the globe as her crew continued training and testing the newly modernized ship. Along the way, the Mighty Mo became quite the world traveler.

Here are just a few stops from her journey in November 1986:

1️⃣ Lisbon, Portugal
2️⃣ Gulf of Naples, Italy
3️⃣ Istanbul, Turkey

Welcome back aboard, Dwayne Bailey! ⚓Mr. Bailey served aboard USS Missouri from 1990–1991 as a YN3 assigned to X-1 Divis...
10/05/2026

Welcome back aboard, Dwayne Bailey! ⚓

Mr. Bailey served aboard USS Missouri from 1990–1991 as a YN3 assigned to X-1 Division. Much of his time aboard was spent handling administrative duties in an office space that is still in use today.

During his recent visit, Mr. Bailey found his former berthing space and enjoyed looking through the crew roster in our Pathway to Peace exhibit. He also shared fond memories of everyday life aboard the Mighty Mo, from the chow to the ship’s barbershop.

It was a pleasure walking the ship with Mr. Bailey and hearing the stories and memories that brought these spaces back to life.

Thank you for your service, Mr. Bailey, and welcome back to the Mighty Mo!

Address

63 Cowpens Street
Honolulu, HI
96818

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 9pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 11pm
Friday 8am - 4pm
Saturday 8am - 4pm
Sunday 8am - 4pm

Telephone

+18084551600

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