SS United States Museum Concept Art The SS United States Conservancy has unveiled an exciting conceptual rendering of a potential land-based museum in Okaloosa County, Florida. Posted on social media, this vision, crafted by David Macaulay—acclaimed author of “Crossing on Time: Steam Engines, Fast Ships, and a Journey to the New World”—provides a striking starting …
Brooklyn Developer Makes Last-Ditch Effort to Save SS United States The S.S. United States, once a marvel of American engineering and a symbol of national pride, is at the center of a heated debate. While plans to sink the iconic ship off the coast of Florida as part of an artificial reef project move forward, …
SS United States Makes New Plans The SS United States Conservancy has just announced a significant update regarding the future of the iconic SS United States. Initially, plans were in place to relocate the ship temporarily to Norfolk, Virginia, where essential work would begin to remove key parts and prepare her for sinking. However, Okaloosa …
Here’s What’s Being Saved from the SS United States The once-glorious SS United States, famously known as “America’s Flagship,” is about to embark on a new chapter—this time beneath the waves. After years of uncertainty and numerous efforts to save the ship, the SS United States Conservancy has reached a tentative agreement with Okaloosa County, …
Exploring Inside the SS United States – Video Tour The SS United States is one of the most majestic ships ever built in America. Known for its sleek design and record-breaking speed, it became a symbol of mid-20th-century innovation and luxury in transatlantic travel. But now, we are at risk of losing this iconic vessel. …