Memorial Day Remembrance-Battleship IOWA

Battleship IOWA Museum is proud to honor those who served with a special remembrance pierside on Memorial Day, Monday, May 27 from 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. This free community event is made possible with support from Supervisor Janice Hahn (Fourth District), Councilmember Joe Buscaino (District 15), and the Port of Los Angeles. Invited City of Los Angeles dignitaries, veterans, active military and Battleship IOWA Museum VIPs will be onboard to speak about the national day of remembrance as well as honor visiting military.

“Battleship IOWA’s Memorial Day Remembrance is one of the most venerable events aboard,” shared Jonathan Williams, President and CEO of the Battleship IOWA Museum. “We are honored to bring the community together to recognize and pay tribute to the men and women who sacrificed their lives for our country.”

To begin the Memorial Day Remembrance, a moving commemoration ceremony will start at approximately 10 a.m. featuring invited local elected officials and Battleship IOWA Museum staff. Guests who come aboard will have the opportunity to donate $5 for a flag to hang along the pier fence, allowing the red, white, and blue banner to wave in honor of those who have fallen.

Following the Remembrance Ceremony, Battleship IOWA Museum will offer a full schedule of activities and entertainment for the entire family. Free Pierside Memorial Day events include a patriotic dance performance by San Pedro City Ballet, arts and crafts activities in the Kids’ Zone, live music with patriotic songs by local rock band U.S. 99, military vehicles on display, and much more. Guests will be able to purchase food from visiting food trucks and beer tastings from San Pedro Brewing. AM 870 The Answer will also be onboard broadcasting throughout the day.

Veteran-owned businesses will be exhibiting to promote their products and services, including Pin-Ups for Vets, with 10% of proceeds donated back to the Battleship IOWA Museum for their mission-driven programs focused on Education, Veterans, and Community.
All active, retired and reserve military will receive complimentary admission to tour the Battleship IOWA Museum. The pierside festival activities are free. Self-guided tours and ship admission tickets will be available for purchase. General Admission ship tickets for adults (ages 12-61) start at $17.95, seniors (ages 62+) start at $14.95, with children (ages 3-11) $9.95, children ages 2 and under do not require an admission ticket. Paid parking will be available for Memorial Day in the Port of Los Angeles Cruise Terminal Parking Lot via Swinford Street and North Harbor Blvd.