The USS LST 393 Veterans Museum is open for tours weekends only through May, plus Memorial Day. Then it will be open Tuesday-Sunday through Labor Day, and weekends until Sept. 28.
Planned for display alongside the ship is a restored Vietnam War-era river patrol boat, a “PBR.” Tours will be available from the bow of LST 393.
June kicks off with a D-Day commemoration Saturday, June 7, highlighted by World War II reenactors defending LST 393 in “Air Raid Muskegon” during a Warbird flyover.
Visitors will see many new exhibits and veteran tributes, including an expanded tribute to women in the military, a huge Army cargo truck of the type carried by LSTs and new additions to the “Muskegon Connection” display.
Upgraded displays inside the ship tell the stories of the soldiers, sailors, Marines and Coast-guardsmen who served aboard LSTs; LST 393 is one of only two left in America out of 1,051 built. The ship’s bridge has been completely restored, as well as the galley, officers’ quarters, wardroom, sick bay and mess deck. A trip down to the engine room is a must for those who have an interest in awesome machinery.
Among the exhibits is the “Hall of Uniforms” representing all branches of the armed forces and from veterans of five wars and seven decades of service; an impressive collection of more than 150 military helmets and headgear from around the world; and a main battle tank engine.
The Vietnam Memorial Wall honors those from West Michigan who gave their all for their country in Southeast Asia. The wall contains a unique collection of Vietnam Conflict memorabilia as well as the photos of the more than 50 Muskegon County service personnel who died. Also honored are servicemen who died in Iraq and Afghanistan. There is also a newly expanded section to commemorate those who served in Korea.
Adults can take a self-guided tour for a $17.50 donation; students are $12.50. Admission is by credit or debit card only. Volunteers are on hand to answer questions. A large gift shop offers a variety of ship mementos.
LST 393 is located at the Mart Dock adjacent to Heritage Landing county park on the downtown Muskegon waterfront. The ship opens at 10 a.m. and closes at 5 p.m.; the last tour starts each day at 4 p.m. Special guided tours are available and group events can be scheduled by calling 231-730-1477. More information is available at www.lst393.org.
Volunteers are needed for: Tour guide; gift shop cashier; planning services; maintenance and repair; artifacts control; event assistant. Call 231-730-1477.
Planned for display alongside the ship is a restored Vietnam War-era river patrol boat, a “PBR.” Tours will be available from the bow of LST 393.
June kicks off with a D-Day commemoration Saturday, June 7, highlighted by World War II reenactors defending LST 393 in “Air Raid Muskegon” during a Warbird flyover.
Visitors will see many new exhibits and veteran tributes, including an expanded tribute to women in the military, a huge Army cargo truck of the type carried by LSTs and new additions to the “Muskegon Connection” display.
Upgraded displays inside the ship tell the stories of the soldiers, sailors, Marines and Coast-guardsmen who served aboard LSTs; LST 393 is one of only two left in America out of 1,051 built. The ship’s bridge has been completely restored, as well as the galley, officers’ quarters, wardroom, sick bay and mess deck. A trip down to the engine room is a must for those who have an interest in awesome machinery.
Among the exhibits is the “Hall of Uniforms” representing all branches of the armed forces and from veterans of five wars and seven decades of service; an impressive collection of more than 150 military helmets and headgear from around the world; and a main battle tank engine.
The Vietnam Memorial Wall honors those from West Michigan who gave their all for their country in Southeast Asia. The wall contains a unique collection of Vietnam Conflict memorabilia as well as the photos of the more than 50 Muskegon County service personnel who died. Also honored are servicemen who died in Iraq and Afghanistan. There is also a newly expanded section to commemorate those who served in Korea.
Adults can take a self-guided tour for a $17.50 donation; students are $12.50. Admission is by credit or debit card only. Volunteers are on hand to answer questions. A large gift shop offers a variety of ship mementos.
LST 393 is located at the Mart Dock adjacent to Heritage Landing county park on the downtown Muskegon waterfront. The ship opens at 10 a.m. and closes at 5 p.m.; the last tour starts each day at 4 p.m. Special guided tours are available and group events can be scheduled by calling 231-730-1477. More information is available at www.lst393.org.
Volunteers are needed for: Tour guide; gift shop cashier; planning services; maintenance and repair; artifacts control; event assistant. Call 231-730-1477.
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