CAMDEN, NJ – The Battleship New Jersey advises the public throughout the Delaware Valley to save the date of Saturday, July 3, which is the night of the 8th Annual Battleship Blast fund raiser. “We are excited to bring back the Blast on Independence Day Weekend,” explained Jim Schuck, CEO/President of the Battleship New Jersey. “Experiencing the fireworks over the Delaware River, enjoying a delicious surf and turf barbecue and participating in the many activities and entertainment being planned are the perfect ways to celebrate Independence Day Eve. Plus every guest will be helping the Big J in the process!”

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Beginning this weekend, the Battleship New Jersey will be open from 9:30 am to 3 pm for guided and audio tours on Saturdays and Sundays during the months of February and March. Climb inside the 16″ gun turret, experience a simulated tomahawk missile launch and see how the crew of our nation’s largest battleship lived. . . [...]

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CAMDEN WATERFRONT, NJ: Bring in the New Year with a Bang! Or just experience the 6 pm fireworks display over the Delaware River from the region’s best vantage point — the decks of The Battleship New Jersey Museum and Memorial. The Battleship will be opening her decks for both the 6 pm and Midnight New [...]

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CAMDEN WATERFRONT, NJ – December 30, 2009 – The Battleship New Jersey Museum and Memorial wants a supporter to bring in 2010 with a bang – literally! The Big J has launched an online auction for bids to fire the ship’s portside (Philadelphia-side) 5” gun at midnight on New Year’s! “Our friends in Philadelphia do [...]

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Now, you can leave your car in the parking lot! For one low price, you can ride the new, Waterfront Connection shuttle to and from the Independence Visitor Center in Philadelphia to Adventure Aquarium and the Battleship New Jersey on the Camden Waterfront for just $2 round trip. Starting on June 24 and running through September 7, the Waterfront Connection shuttle will operate daily, making a stop at each location approximately every 30 minutes, with the first ride departing from Philadelphia’s Independence Visitor Center at 10:30 am and the last ride dropping off passengers back in Philadelphia at 6:15 pm. And with a cost of only $2.00 per person, round trip, the new Waterfront Connection shuttle is both convenient and economical!

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The Battleship New Jersey Museum and Memorial is joining the Cherry Hill Mall in saluting patriotism and our flag. As part of the national “Old Gloryous Celebration”, patrons of both establishments are being encouraged to show support for our men and women in uniform by flying the American flag on Flag Day. The Battleship and [...]

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Independence Week this year will begin with a bang as the 7th Annual Battleship Blast will take place on Saturday evening, June 27, aboard our nation’s largest and most decorated battleship. But this year, this unique event will include an overnight family encampment, a special surf and turf BBQ on the fantail, live music, entertainment, and, of course, the BEST view of the Fireworks over the Delaware River.

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  The Big Band Sounds of  The City Rhythm Orchestra will fill the night air on the Fantail of The Battleship New Jersey on Friday, June 12, 2009. This magical evening on the waterfront features: dancing, a Cash Bar,  appetizers and give-aways by WHAT-AM. We tried to find you some information on the orchestra, but their website is so [...]

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The Battleship New Jersey Museum and Memorial will host the 13th Annual Garden State Craft Brewers Festival on Saturday June 20t from 1 pm – 5 pm. The event … more …

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