Symbols can hold great meaning; think of the American flag or the logo of your favorite sports team. For Submariners, it’s the submarine warfare insignia or their “dolphins.” [...]
Find out where and how we acquire the artifacts in our collections. Featuring a light from Hawaii Undersea Research Laboratories (HURL). [...]
During World War II, the Marine Corps used one of the thousands of languages spoken in the world to create an unbreakable code: Navajo. [...]
Featuring a piece of USS Nautilus (SSN-571) pressure hull. Given to USS Bowfin Submarine museum as a commemorative item. This item is not currently on display but is part of our #HiddenHistory series. [...]
Why personal protective equipment (ppe), is important when working with fragile and dangerous materials. [...]
We are commemorating the 75th anniversary Victory in Europe Day (V-E Day); the unconditional surrender of Nazi Germany to the Allied forces on May 8 1945 which ended World War II in Europe. [...]
Enjoy either of our two FREE coloring pages. Color them for fun or, for a chance to be featured on our Instagram page. [...]
USS Bowfin’s Museum Curator, Sarah Bellian discusses the maintenance of our Mark V Mod 1 deep sea diving dress or “JAKE” artifact. [...]
We're sharing a few artifacts found left aboard USS Bowfin after her service. -- These items are not currently on display but are part of our #HiddenHistory series. [...]
