Retirement

Retirements onboard the Battleship Missouri are two-hour seated ceremonies on the Fantail. These ceremonies require a site visit to review ship protocol and the venue space, a rehearsal date, and a signed contract.

Fantail

Located aft of the ship, the Fantail can accommodate up to 300 guests.
Available in the morning for a ceremony time of 1000-1200 and the afternoon for a ceremony time of 1300-1500.

The following ceremonial equipment is available at no cost:

• Podiums (2)
• 5-Flag Flag stand
• 3-Flag Flag stand
• National flag
• Hawaii State flag
• All service flags
• 120 chairs 
• Sound System with speakers
• Wireless microphones (2)
• Ceremonial awards table
• Ceremonial bell and bell stand
• Ceremonial side-boy bullets (6)
• Red carpets (1 horizontal and 1 vertical)

A working party is required for set up and tear down of all equipment. We recommend a minimum crew of two individuals. Food and beverages other than bottled water are not permitted.