Steaming As Before - March 2008
The new issue of Steaming As Before is hot off
the press. Follow the link to the
Newsletters page to read this Newsletter as well
as past American Victory Newsletter.
EDUCATION PROGRAMS PROVIDE ‘HANDS-ON
HISTORY’ FOR STUDENTS OF ALL AGES
The American Victory’s
Education Program launches its fifth year. These
unique programs bring history to life in an
unequaled fashion aboard an authentic, working
World War II-era cargo vessel and enhance
elementary, middle or high school students’
knowledge of American and world history and social
studies themes.
Themes that can be presented include Florida and
Tampa Bay maritime history, local geographical,
economic and cultural issues that have made the
region and state important players in global
economics, Cold War era political, economic and
social conditions that shaped modern-day America
and the critical role played by women, minorities
and other groups on the home front during World
War II.
Program content coincides with Florida Sunshine
State Standards for social studies curricula and
can be tailored to fit lesson plans. Pre- and
post-visit material is available to plan for and
reinforce a positive shipboard experience.
Program details are available by using the
‘Education’ link above, or by calling (813) 228-8766.
FEEL THE STEEL!
The popular American Victory tours
allow visitors to view first hand the on-going
work to restore this icon of America's merchant
maritime might. Travel ‘back in time’ aboard a
functioning, 1940s era merchant cargo vessel which
served during World War II and the Korean and
Vietnam wars.
Visitors experience virtually the entire ship,
including cavernous three-level cargo holds, radio
and gyro rooms, hospital, galley, weaponry,
reefers, steering stations, flying bridge,
signaling equipment, wheelhouse, officer and crew
messes, engine room, crew cabins, chartroom,
lifeboats and cargo equipment. Closed circuit
television hookups allow a view of engine room,
four decks below.
The developing museum contains photographs of the
American Victory and other merchant ships of the
period, U.S. Merchant Marine uniforms, medals and
documents, personal recollections of life at sea
as well as navigational artifacts, equipment, ship
models and weaponry.
Self Guided Restoration Tours
Self-Guided Restoration Tours are available
Tuesday - Saturday, 10 AM - 4 PM and Sundays, 12 N
- 4 PM. Visitors starting tours before 4 PM may
remain aboard until 5 PM. Tour are $8 adults, $4
for children 4-12; kids 3 and under are free.
Discounts are available for seniors, veterans,
active duty military, visitors holding Florida
Aquarium ticket stubs and groups of 10 or more.
S.S. American Victory is looking for you -
Key Volunteer Positions Needed
Are you bored, had wonderful life experiences,
enjoy working with people, and would like to share
with us, the American Victory is the answer.
The S.S. American Victory is a working maritime
museum located on the waterfront at the Florida
Aquarium in the heart of the channelside
entertainment district of Tampa. The
American Victory currently is expanding its
Explore A Ship concept and exhibits and has
volunteer openings for Event Planner, Volunteer
Coordinator, Cruise Director(s), and Education
Specialist.
If you want a
rewarding experience that will build on your life
experiences the American Victory is for you.
Volunteer Coordinator
Volunteers are the life blood of the AMERICAN
VICTORY. We need a dynamic leader to help
recruit, organize, train, and recognize these
dedicated individuals. The volunteer
coordinator acts as the initial point of contact
for new volunteers, maintains volunteer records,
and facilitates communications and coordination of
the volunteers aboard the AMERICAN VICTORY.
Volunteer
Cruise Director
The American Victory conducts two historic
cruises each year, spring and fall. The
American Victory is looking for one or two cruise
directors, (depending on ones available time) to
work with the ship's museum administration and
museum Board of Directors in directing,
coordinating with the ships cadre of volunteers
along with outside agencies to plan, and execute
an underway cruise. If this sounds
interesting the American Victory wants you.
Volunteer
Event Planner
Do
you enjoy life and would like to expand your life
experiences, the American Victory is looking for
you. The American Victory is looking for
imaginative volunteer that likes to party.
This position involves planning a number of pier
side events that would enhance the public maritime
learning experience and financial support the
American Victory. Some examples of events in
the works are, Maritime Art Exhibit, Tugboat cook
off, antique car show, M.A.S.H. Night, just to
name a few. If this is of interest to you,
the American Victory wants you.
Volunteer
Education Specialist
The American Victory is currently
implementing an Explore A Ship concept that will
consist of hands on exhibits that will provide an
educational background and under the "Florida
Sunshine Standards" the American Victory is
looking for you. The American Victory is a
wonderful maritime ship with five cargo holds
available for museum exhibits.
For more
information, or to apply, contact Kurt Voss, Ships
Administrator, at 813-228-8766.
MORE INFORMATION
More information about upcoming American
Victory ‘ReLive History’ cruises, Restoration
Tours and education programs is available by
visiting the links above or by calling (813)
228-8766.
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Hours of Operation
Mondays Closed
Tuesdays - Saturdays:
10 AM - 4 PM
Sundays: 12 Noon - 4 PM
Admission:
Adults $8
Children - $4
(3 and under) Free
Ships Calendar
Upcoming Events
May 3
- Antique Auto Show
July 4 -
Fireworks
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