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December 2018
Closed
We are closed today to celebrate the season with our volunteers and their familes.
Find out more »Winter Business Hours
The USS Edson will be open for tours by reservation only Monday through Friday from 9 AM to Noon, as weather permits. Reservations must be made at least 48 hours ahead of time. The Saginaw Valley Naval Ship Museum Office and Gift Ship will be open Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM to Noon. If you plan on visiting us, we encourage you to call ahead to confirn that we will be here. In the event that Bay…
Find out more »March 2019
April 2019
Overnight Full/ On Site Camping is available
All bunks have been filled for this night. On site camping is available.
Find out more »May 2019
Edson Paranormal Investigation Hosted by MPI
Metro Paranormal Investigations, in partnership with the Saginaw Valley Naval Ship Museum, are proud to present this rare opportunity for guests to explore one of America’s most decorated warships, and one of only a select few museum ships afloat today, the mighty USS Edson! A Forest Sherman-class destroyer, the Edson proudly served America for three decades, and now has reached her final berth in Bay City, Michigan. But even in retirement from active service, all is not quiet on board, as many tales of…
Find out more »Spring Field Days
Join the Edson Association for a Field Day aboard the USS Edson. Attendees will spend their days working on projects aboard the ship and on the grounds. No Naval or military background is required - just bring your tools and willingness to work. Attendees will sleep aboard the ship and some meals will be provided. The event will officially kick off on Thursday but we will open the ship to you on Tuesday. Please note that you must contact Tim…
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