Seawolf Park, Naval memorial park in Galveston, United States.
Located on Pelican Island, Seawolf Park contains an expansive fishing pier, picnic areas, and spaces for outdoor recreation and maritime education.
The park grounds were previously used as an immigration station before being transformed into a naval memorial site featuring World War II vessels.
The naval museum within the park preserves maritime traditions through displays of the USS Cavalla submarine and USS Stewart destroyer escort.
Admission fees vary between residents and non-residents, with vehicle entry costing $10 for non-residents and free entry for Galveston Island residents.
The remains of SS Selma, the largest concrete ship ever constructed during World War I, rest northwest of the fishing pier.
Location: Galveston
GPS coordinates: 29.33589,-94.77808
Latest update: March 6, 2025 01:56
The historic ships of the United States Navy are a direct testament to the country’s naval development throughout the 20th century. These warships, converted into museums accessible to the public, allow visitors to learn about life onboard and the technologies used during major global conflicts. The collections include Iowa-class battleships such as the USS New Jersey in Camden and the USS Wisconsin in Norfolk, destroyers like the USS Laffey in Mount Pleasant, as well as World War II submarines like the USS Cod in Cleveland and the USS Lionfish in Fall River. Visitors can walk the combat decks, examine original weapon systems, and explore preserved interior spaces. The USS Yorktown aircraft carrier at Patriots Point also displays vintage military aircraft, while the Naval Submarine Museum at Keyport features diving equipment and historical torpedoes. These sites, spread across oceans, provide a tangible view of the US Navy's role during Pacific conflicts, the Korean War, and more recent operations, showcasing nearly 80 years of maritime military history.
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