Battleship New Jersey

05/24/2026

A battleship is built from steel, but she is brought to life by people.

This WWII collage of BB-62 officers reminds us that behind every battle star, every mile steamed, and every mission completed were men entrusted with leading Big J and her crew.

Their faces are part of her story. Their service is part of her legacy. You can visit and explore that legacy for yourself on the Camden Waterfront. Visit us at www.battleshipnewjersey.org for more details.

05/24/2026

REMINDER! Battleship New Jersey is currently CLOSED through May 29th.

We apologize for the inconvenience and look forward to welcoming you back on board in a few short days!

05/23/2026

Today, we honor Battleship New Jersey’s 83rd commissioning anniversary!

On May 23, 1943, BB-62 was commissioned at the Philadelphia Navy Yard, officially joining the United States Navy and beginning a lifetime of service that would carry her through World War II, Korea, Vietnam, Lebanon, and the Persian Gulf.

This rare commissioning day footage captures the birth of America’s most decorated battleship and the start of a legacy defined by service, sacrifice, courage, honor, and tradition.

Watch this remarkable piece of history and join us in wishing the “Gallant Lady” a very happy 83rd birthday.

🎥 Watch here: https://youtu.be/iOcbqgqbf60?si=DVd0QBgay3uajSNS

This footage was taken on May 23, 1943 at the first commissioning of USS New Jersey, BB-62.To support the Battleship New Jersey Museum and Memorial, go to:ht...

05/23/2026

“Officers and crew of the USS New Jersey, man our ship and bring her to life!”

On May 23, 1943, those words marked the commissioning of USS NEW JERSEY (BB-62) at the Philadelphia Navy Yard.

Eighty-three years later, just six miles down the river from where she was brought to life, America’s most decorated battleship is still here, still teaching, still inspiring, and still alive through the stories of those who served aboard her.

Happy Commissioning Day, Big J!

05/23/2026

In honor of Memorial Day, everything is 20% off in the Battleship New Jersey online store. Limited time only: May 22nd – May 26th.

The teak flag pictured is handcrafted by volunteers using reclaimed teak planks from the battleship's deck. This one-of-a-kind piece honors the United States Marine Corps in true Battleship Style.

05/22/2026

Memorial Day we remember and honor all who gave their lives in service to our nation.

This Memorial Day Weekend, we're offering 20% off sitewide in the Battleship New Jersey store. Every purchase helps us preserve this ship and the stories of those who served aboard her.

May 22nd through May 26th only

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05/21/2026

July 1981. USS New Jersey is nudged from her slip by the tug Shelly Foss, bound for Long Beach CA, for refitting and reactivation. She was back in commission for the fourth time by December 28, 1982.

05/20/2026

Last week we were happy to welcome another former crew member back aboard.

David Moody served as a Radarman 3rd Class aboard Battleship New Jersey in 1969. We were honored to take him back to the Combat Information Center (CIC) and see him take his seat at the radar.

05/20/2026

In 1986, Battleship New Jersey sailed into the Sea of Okhotsk on a Cold War freedom of navigation mission. The Soviets scrambled cruisers, frigates, helicopters, and bombers to shadow the ship.

Every sailor aboard was inducted into the Order of the Bear's Lair, one of the rarest unofficial certifications in U.S. naval history.

05/19/2026

Today aboard the Battleship New Jersey, we were honored to host the commissioning ceremony for Rutgers/Princeton Naval ROTC “Black Dragon” Battalion.

Six new Ensigns and one Marine Corps 2nd LT took the oath and began their journey as commissioned officers in the United States Navy & Marine Corps. It was a powerful reminder that the legacy of service carried by this ship continues through the next generation of leaders.

To the newly commissioned officers, Bravo Zulu. The nation is fortunate to have you standing the watch. Fair winds and following seas.

05/18/2026

887 feet of battleship steel, under tow and on her way to reactivation. August 1981, Puget Sound.