SS United States Conservancy presents 58th Anniversary celebration in Philadelphia

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Join them on Thursday, July 1 in Philadelphia for a grand celebration in honor of the 58th anniversary of the record-breaking maiden voyage of the SS United States. They will share some important updates about progress achieved by the Conservancy and their partners and key supporters on behalf of our nation's flagship!

They will gather in the Columbus Commons/IKEA South Philadelphia complex across the street from the SS United States' current pier and the ship's funnels, bridge, radar mast, and running lights will be lit, a tradition started by artist Robert Wogan in 1999. Weather permitting, a special outdoor screening of the award-winning documentary SS United States: Lady in Waiting will follow the formal program.

Events will run from 7 - 10 PM. Light fare will be served and the band Jimmy and the Parrots will perform a set which will include their stirring tribute to the SS United States, "Symbol of America." It will be a very special evening, and they hope you can join them.

July 1 National Flagship Celebration Schedule

7:00 Music and Refreshments
8:00 Special Announcement and Awards
8:30 Lighting of SS United States' funnels
8:45 Outdoor Screening of SS United States: Lady in Waiting