Florida Historic Naval Ship Association

05/28/2026

TOMORROW: Experience a beautifully guided yoga flow with Susan Kniseley Foy, seamlessly paired with the deeply restorative tones and vibrations of Soundbath Jax. As the sun sets over the St. Johns River and the moon rises above, immerse yourself in a one-of-a-kind 75 min. experience of movement, breath, and sound beneath the open sky. Let the gentle flow and soothing frequencies wash over you, leaving you feeling refreshed, recharged, and fully at peace.

✨Guided Yoga Flow: Susan Kniseley Foy
✨Sound Bath: Diana Vasquez ~ Soundbath JAX

EVENT DETAILS:
📅 Date: Friday May 29th, 2026
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM ( gates open @ 6:30 pm )
📍 Location: USS ORLECK ~ 610 E. Bay Street, Jacksonville, Fl 32202
🌟 ONLY 6 SPOTS REMAINING

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05/27/2026

4th of July 250th American Celebration
This 4th of July, experience an unforgettable evening of patriotism, music, food, fireworks, and waterfront views aboard the historic USS Orleck Naval Museum as we celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary!

🎆 4th of July 2026
🕡 6:30 PM – 10:00 PM
📍 Jacksonville Riverfront

Enjoy:
⭐ Live music by DJ Rantz
⭐ Hot dogs & sandwiches
⭐ Cash bar featuring Manifest Distilling & local beer
⭐ Front-row atmosphere for Jacksonville’s Independence Day celebration
⭐ A unique evening aboard one of America’s legendary naval ships

🎟 General Admission: $12
Includes 1 free drink with advance ticket purchase
($14 at the gate — drink not guaranteed)

Please Note:
⚠️ The museum will be closed for daytime tours and open only for the evening event.
⚠️ Ages 16+ for General Admission
⚠️ No coolers, sparklers, or ship deck access
⚠️ Folding chairs permitted on the pier area
VIP and sponsor guests will enjoy exclusive ship deck access during the event.
Join us as we honor 250 years of American freedom, sacrifice, and history — where history truly lives.

🎟 Get Tickets: 904Tix

05/26/2026

We had such a blast hosting this event on Saturday. Watch. Listen. Rock it out. Cheers to next year!

MISSION ACCOMPLISHED! ⚓🇺🇸The 6th Annual JAX Anchor Fest was an in...

05/25/2026

As a living tribute to those who served, USS Orleck stands in remembrance this Memorial Day of the brave Americans who made the ultimate sacrifice. From all of us at the USS Orleck Team—we honor, remember, and remain forever grateful.

05/25/2026

🚢 Experience the USS Orleck Like Never Before

Step aboard and explore with the Guide ID audio tour system, designed to bring the ship’s history to life as you move through it.
Just look for the Guide ID symbol—your device will automatically play stories, insights, and details about each space. No buttons. No downloads. Just explore at your own pace.

Pause, replay, and dive deeper into the stories behind this historic ship.

🎧 Available to rent at the ticket booth when you arrive.

05/19/2026

6th Annual JAX Anchor Fest 2026

JAX CoinCon is officially becoming JAX Anchor Fest! ⚓

Same veteran-led energy, same waterfront tradition—now with a name that reflects what this event has grown into: a full community festival alongside the JAX Naval Museum and the legendary USS Orleck.

And in 2026, we’re making it even bigger as we also celebrate America’s 250th Birthday (the Semiquincentennial)!
📅 6th Annual JAX Anchor Fest (formerly CoinCon)
🗓️ Saturday, May 9, 2026
📍 JAX Naval Museum | USS Orleck

Here’s what to expect:
✅ Active duty, veteran, and local vendors
🚗 Car Show
🎶 Live Music
🧒 Kids Zone
🍔 Food Trucks
🧿 Challenge Coins, memorabilia, collectibles & apparel
➕ And so much more

REGISTER YOUR CAR FOR THE SHOW
🏆 The Car Show will feature awards for:
Best in Show, Best Truck, Best Classic Truck, Best Car, Best Classic Car, and Best Motorcycle
🎟️ Bonus: The first 300 attendees will receive FREE museum tour tickets to explore the USS Orleck!
Families can also enjoy bounce houses, balloons, cotton candy, Connect Four, safe axe throwing, coloring stations, and more in our expanded Kids Zone.

🎧 DJ Coconutz will keep the energy going all day long!
Most importantly, all proceeds benefit Northeast Florida veteran programs.
Mark your calendar and join us for one of Jacksonville’s biggest veteran and community celebrations of the year! ⚓

https://fhnsa.org/event/6th-annual-jax-anchor-fest-2026/