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Honor and Celebration: Veterans Day at the Queen Mary

November 06, 2024

This Veterans Day, the iconic Queen Mary in Long Beach will honor the nation's heroes with a day of celebration dedicated exclusively to veterans, active-duty military personnel, and their families, offering free admission on Monday, November 11, from 10 AM to 6 PM. The ship will host special programming and family-friendly activities to commemorate and celebrate their service.

Attendees can enjoy exclusive meet-and-greets with the ship’s Captain and officers, craft letters for active troops, participate in arts and crafts, and listen to inspiring stories from fellow veterans. The day’s patriotic activities will include Game Time with the USO Girls, along with live entertainment by the Lucky Lindy’s, GI Boys, and a tribute to The Andrews Sisters, among others.

With complimentary admission, veterans and active-duty military personnel can explore self-guided tours of exhibits, including the Churchill Exhibit, Engine Room, Ship Model Gallery, The Wheelhouse, and The Shipyard. For those seeking to elevate their Veterans Day experience, upgrades are available, such as guided tours, dining at the ship’s restaurants, retail shopping, and drinks at the iconic Observation Bar.

The Queen Mary is proud to dedicate the day to those who have served and are currently serving, offering a unique event filled with history, reflection, and recognition. With complimentary activities and enhancement options, the day promises a meaningful and memorable tribute to honor the nation’s heroes.

Veterans can reserve a ticket for themselves and guests today by visiting this webpage.

For more information on the Queen Mary, Veterans Day, and more visit queenmary.com/whatsondeck

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