Battleship IOWA Museum | National Museum of the Surface Navy Email Format

Museums, Historical Sites, and ZoosCalifornia, United States51-200 Employees

Battleship IOWA Museum, also known as the National Museum of the Surface Navy, operates as a nonprofit museum and heritage site anchored on the historic Battleship IOWA in San Pedro, California. It is part of the Pacific Battleship Center, a nonprofit organization that owns and runs the ship and the adjacent museum programs. The museum’s mission is to celebrate the American spirit through the preservation and interpretation of the Battleship IOWA, educate the public about the achievements and sacrifices of American patriots, and offer interactive, authentic experiences that bring the ship’s history to life and bridge the past with the future.

Positioned within the museums, historical sites, and zoos sector, the center emphasizes guest experience, community engagement, and education, aiming to serve regional, national, and international audiences while maintaining a sustainable financial base. The center is pursuing a phase of growth toward becoming a national museum that broadens interpretation beyond the ship itself. In 2026, it announced a partnership with the International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions, signaling its status as a leading Los Angeles museum and waterfront attraction.

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