Pearl Harbor National Memorial
Pearl Harbor National Memorial is a war memorial site in Honolulu County commemorating the attack of December 7, 1941. The complex includes the USS Arizona Memorial built above the sunken battleship, visitor centers with exhibits about the Pacific War, and memorials for the USS Utah and USS Oklahoma ships.
The attack on December 7, 1941, killed over 2,400 people and prompted the United States to enter World War II. The site was established as a separate national park in 2019 and has been managed by the National Park Service since then.
The name comes from the oyster pearl industry that once thrived in the harbor. Visitors from around the world come to reflect quietly at the site, treating it as a solemn place to honor the fallen and consider the meaning of war.
The site is open daily from early morning until late afternoon, except on holidays like Thanksgiving and Christmas. Admission is free, but parking costs a daily fee, and large bags must be stored outside for a fee.
A special feature is the virtual reality theater where visitors can wear headsets and explore four different virtual adventures, such as flying over Pearl Harbor or walking on the deck of the USS Arizona before the attack. This immersive technology lets visitors experience history in a new way.
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