Captain's Cabin
https://ussmissouri.org/events/private-events/event-spaces/captains-cabinThe Captain’s Cabin offers a cozy, historic space with artifacts, perfect for intimate events or as a VIP reception. Available for daytime or evening, it complements larger venues.
Wardroom
https://ussmissouri.org/events/private-events/event-spaces/wardroomThe Wardroom offers an authentic Navy dining experience with historic artifacts. Available evenings only, it’s perfect for events or as a VIP reception alongside other venues.
Ship Characteristics
https://ussmissouri.org/history/the-ship/ship-characteristicsThe USS Missouri, launched in 1944, served in three wars before decommissioning in 1992. It boasts 16-inch guns, missile systems, and a speed of over 30 knots.
Timeline
https://ussmissouri.org/history/the-ship/timelineFrom its keel-laying in 1941 to its opening as a memorial in 1999, the USS Missouri served in WWII, hosted Japan's surrender, fought in Korea, and was modernized for Desert Storm.
World War II
https://ussmissouri.org/history/history-2/world-war-iiCommissioned in 1944, the USS Missouri joined WWII in 1945, supporting major battles and enduring kamikaze attacks. In August, she was chosen as the site of Japan's surrender, ending the war.
Surrender
https://ussmissouri.org/history/history-2/surrenderOn 2 September 1945, WWII ended with a 23-minute Surrender Ceremony aboard the USS Missouri, where Japan and Allied representatives signed the Instrument of Surrender.
Korean War
https://ussmissouri.org/history/history-2/korean-warThe USS Missouri served in the Korean War across two deployments, providing bombardments, carrier support, and retreat cover, firing thousands of rounds while serving as a flagship.
Mighty Mo Robotics
https://ussmissouri.org/education/education-programs-onboard/lego-robotics-programStudents design LEGO robots for naval missions.
Floating City
https://ussmissouri.org/education/education-programs-onboard/digital-media-programNEW for K-1 Students! Discover what it’s like living on a floating city.
Stowing Supplies
https://ussmissouri.org/education/education-programs-onboard/digital-media-program-1Hands-on activity for grades 2–3 combining math and problem-solving.
Boy Scout American Heritage Merit Badge
https://ussmissouri.org/education/education-programs-onboard/boy-scout-merit-programExplore history while earning American Heritage badge aboard ship.
Journey with the Stars
https://ussmissouri.org/education/education-programs-onboard/journey-with-the-starsTeaches Hawaiian navigation and voyaging aboard ship.
