Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum
Make The Most Of The Coast!
USS Yorktown Aircraft Carrier
Built in an amazing 16 ½ months at Newport News, Virginia, YORKTOWN was commissioned on April 15, 1943. World War II’s famous “Fighting Lady” would participate significantly in the Pacific offensive that began in late 1943 and ended with the defeat of Japan in 1945. In 1975, this historic ship was to Charleston to become the centerpiece of Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum.
Hands On History Lesson
Walk in the footsteps of heroes aboard the USS Yorktown and other exhibits at Patriots Point! The Yorktown Flight deck allows visitors to get up close and personal with historic aircraft and offers stunning views of the Charleston Harbor.
Tours Of Duty
There are a variety of tours available at the Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum. You can join a group tour, a self-guided tour, or even listen with a pair of headphones on an audio tour. The USS Yorktown has a long and honored history, and you are sure to be enveloped.
