Celebrate Women`s History Month with items from Midway`s Jet Shop! From aviator jackets and other apparel to books honoring our Nation`s founding mothers and fearless women pioneers, we`ve got something unique for everyone throughout March, and all year long! #WomensHistoryMonth #USSMidwayMuseum

Congrats to Midway`s February Volunteer of the Month, Jose Castillo!

Since joining Midway team in June 2022, Jose has been an important, dedicated team member. This past year, he has supported Midway as a Group Projects Host, and has welcomed 150 volunteer groups, providing us with 3,000+ participants to assist us in every way imaginable.

Supporting the management of these Group Projects, Jose welcomes volunteers at the base of Brow 5, takes attendance, and instructs them on the work they will perform. Then, Jose prepares and awards individual letters of appreciation to every participant.

Before Midway, Jose served in the U.S. Navy from 1974-1994 and worked as a Department of Defense police Officer from 1996-2017.

To all young women, keep dreaming, exploring, and embracing every opportunity that comes your way. The world is waiting for your brilliance. Happy Women’s Day!

#womensday #womenempowerment #ussmidwaymuseum

Welcome to Midway’s 20th Anniversary Then & Now photo series 📸 highlighting Midway’s magical transformation from the longest-serving aircraft carrier of the 20th century to the world’s most-visited historic naval ship museum. #Midway20 #ussmidwaymuseum

Every month, we’ll show an area of the ship as it looked when it first arrived pre-restored at Navy Pier in 2004, compared to how it looks today, in 2024.

We’ll start with Midway`s Hangar Deck.

📸(Photos 1-4) THEN: Hangar Bay 1, where naval aircraft were securely stored. NOW: The museum’s entrance, home of the Battle of Midway Theater, interactive exhibits, and meticulously restored vintage World War II aircraft.

📸(Photos 5-6) THEN: The Jet Shop in Hangar Bay 2, where sailors constructed jet engines. NOW: the museum’s Jet Shop (gift shop) with apparel, souvenirs, and more!

📸(Photos 7-8) THEN: Midway’s Engine Test Cell on the Fantail – where sailors once repaired jet engines. NOW: The museum’s Café 41, where guests can enjoy a meal.

#aircraftcarrier #navyhistory #midwaymuseum #midwayhistory #hangardeck #jetshop

On March 29, 2023, the USS Midway Museum held the 50th Anniversary of the End of the Vietnam War Commemoration Ceremony. Held on the Flight Deck, the ceremony welcomed Midway staff, friends, families, and active-duty servicemen to honor Vietnam War veterans for their service and sacrifice.

This year, on Friday, March 29th, 2024, at 9:00 am, we welcome you to join us for the 51st anniversary of the End of the Vietnam War Commemoration Ceremony.
#midwaymoment #ussmidwaymuseum #vietnamwarveterans

Did you know it wasn’t until 1974 that the first female pilot in the U.S. armed forces received her Wings of Gold as the first female to be designated a Naval aviator? And another 20 years until women were permitted to serve on Navy combatant ships in 1993?

Now, women serve their country in every Navy rank from seaman to admiral and in every job from pilot to submariner. Women in naval aviation fly combat missions and command squadrons, air wings, naval air stations, and operational fleets.

During Women’s History Month, join us in celebrating the courageous and honorable women who serve/have served in our military.
#ussmidwaymuseum #ussmidway #aircraftcarrier #WomensHistoryMonth

Midway’s dedicated and passionate volunteers are the heart and soul of our museum, who offer each and every visitor an unforgettable experience.

Join our Volunteer family today aboard San Diego’s #1 attraction! Click link in bio for more info.