USS Silversides Submarine Museum

05/08/2026

🔭 Through the Periscope: Meet the Crew Series

Meet Jane, who serves as the Archivist at the USS Silversides Submarine Museum.

Jane has been part of the museum for 8 years. Her favorite spot on board is the Bridge and Shears.

Her favorite artifact is the coffin flag of Lt. Robert Worthington, a USS Silversides 236 veteran. "It symbolizes the bravery and sacrifice of those who served, inspiring respect and appreciation."

"Since my job involves tracking and inventorying artifacts, my knowledge base on the Silversides 236 and her crew has grown substantially. In fact, I feel as if I’ve gotten to know all of them through their personal photos and stories. Every member of the museum crew is deeply passionate about preserving the memory of the Silversides, honoring those who served aboard her, and inspiring future generations." -Jane

05/08/2026

05/07/2026

Bring your kids on an experience they will talk about for years. Kids under 5 always enjoy FREE admission to our two-story museum building and Silversides Submarine in the channel. The memories made will be priceless!

05/06/2026

On this day in history, May 6th in 1945, the German submarine, U-881, was sunk by the USS Farquhar (DE-139) in the North Atlantic.

05/05/2026

Can you spot Scott? 👀

Follow along to see what project he and TJ are tackling next in preparation for dry dock!

⚓Donate towards the preservation of a WWII legend: https://silversidesmuseum.org/dry-dock-uss-silversides/

05/04/2026

This premier Michigan maritime museum offers immersive tours of a legendary WWII submarine and a historic Coast Guard cutter on the scenic Muskegon Lake waterfront.

05/04/2026

Busy morning on the Muskegon Channel with Barry J dredging and the Lake Express High Speed Ferry making its way out to the lake!

Come enjoy the sun while climbing aboard! We’re open until 5pm today

05/04/2026

Remember. Honor. Reflect.
Lights of Honor returns this Memorial Day weekend. Join us for an unforgettable tribute to our heroes.

Saturday, May 23rd, 2026
4:00PM - 10:00PM
Free admission and tours, hands-on activities from 4pm to 6pm, and a moving luminary ceremony from 6pm to 10pm featuring a flyover, Tolling of the Boats, engine start, and luminary walk.

Sponsor the event, dedicate a lantern, and learn more: https://silversidesmuseum.org/lightsofhonor/

05/03/2026

USS Silversides Submarine Museum will be OPEN this Memorial Day!
We welcome visitors to reflect, remember, and explore history throughout the day 10am-5pm

05/02/2026

🔱 Remembering the 52 Submarines of WWII: Part 4

As we prepare for Lights of Honor: Remembering Our Heroes, we pause to remember the submarines and crews lost during World War II. Each week, we will honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice beneath the waves.

⚓ This week we Honor:
Dorado (SS-248) - 10/12/43 - 77 killed, all hands lost - Unknown. Presumed either accidentally bombed and sunk by a friendly Guantanamo-based flying boat on October 13th or sunk by a German submarine mine in the West Indies.

Corvina (SS-226) - 11/16/1943 - 82 killed, all hands lost - Launched on May 9, 1943, at Electric Boat Co., Groton, CT. Torpedoed and sunk on her First War Patrol by Japanese submarine I 176 south of Truk.

Sculpin (SS-191) - 11/19/1943 - 63 men lost, 21 taken prisoner - Launched on Jul 27, 1938, at Portsmouth, NH Naval Shipyard. Damaged by Japanese destroyer Yamagumo on her Ninth War Patrol and later scuttled north of Truk.

Capelin (SS-289) - Nov-43 - 76 killed, all hands lost - Launched on Jan 20, 1943, at Portsmouth, NH Naval Shipyard. Sunk on her First War Patrol by unknown causes, possibly Japanese aircraft and minelayer Wanatake, a Japanese mine in the northern Celebes, or perhaps a hull defect reported prior to her departure from Darwin.

Scorpion (SS-278) - Jan-44 - 77 killed, all hands lost - Unknown. Probably sunk by a Japanese mine in Yellow or East China Sea.

Grayback (SS-208) - 2/27/1944 - 80 killed, all hands lost - Launched on Jan 31, 1941, at Electric Boat Co., Groton, CT. Sunk on her tenth War Patrol probably due to damage inflicted by land-based Japanese naval aircraft suffered the day before in the East China Sea.

Trout (SS-202) - 2/29/1944 - 81 killed, all hands lost - Most likely sunk by Japanese destroyer Asashimo in the Philippine Sea.

Source: https://submarinememorial.org/subslostwwii.html

Join us on Saturday, May 23rd for Lights of Honor: Remembering Our Heroes as we honor all who gave their lives in service to our country.

Learn more about our Memorial Day weekend event, become a sponsor, or dedicate a lantern on our website: https://silversidesmuseum.org/lightsofhonor/

05/01/2026

🔭 Through the Periscope: Meet the Crew Series

Meet Irvin, who serves in Guest Services and Overnight Security at the USS Silversides Submarine Museum.

Irvin has been involved for 10 years. While he does not have a specific favorite spot in the museum, he appreciates being part of the day-to-day visitor experience and helping guests connect with the submarine’s history.

When asked why he enjoys being part of USS Silversides, Irvin shared: “The crew is great. Everyone is great to work with.”