2018 PRESERVATION HONOR AWARDSNOMINATION SUBMITTAL FORM** Nominations, photographs, digital images, printed publications and any supporting material
submitted for awards become the property of Historic Hawai‘i Foundation (HHF). Submission ofthe nomination grants HHF permission to use the materials. Responsibility of acquiring permission
to use/publish photographs in the nomination and Awards program rests solely with the nominator.
**PROJECT INFORMATIONSuperstructureandBridges
Title of Project/Program/Media/New Construction
BattleshipMissouriMemorial
Name of Historic Property
NavalProperty
Property Tax Map Key Number (TMK)
63CowpensStreet,Honolulu,HI96818
Address (Number, Street, City, Island, State, Zip Code)
TheBattleshipMissouriMemorialhasundergonecomprehensiverepairsandpreservation
One Sentence Description of Project/Program/Media/ New Construction

totheexteriorofitssuperstructureabovethe05level,includingtheforwardfirecontroltower,forwardstack,andf
One Sentence Description of Project/Program/Media/ New Construction (Continued)
Does the property owner know this project is being nominated for an award? (Check one)
Yes, the property owner is aware of this nomination.
Yes, I am the property owner.
Yes, however, the owner wishes to remain anonymous.
No, the owner is not aware, because

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1|PageAWARD CATEGORY (CHOOSE ONE)
Preservation Award for a specific project that preserved, rehabilitated, or restored a historic
property. A specific site, building, structure, district or property must be identified, and theapplicable preservation treatment (i.e. preservation, restoration, rehabilitation, reconstruction)must be selected. For definitions of the different types of preservation treatments, please see
the National Park Service links below and view the Standards and Guidelines information.
Select the treatment type applied to the project.
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Preservation:
https://www.nps.gov/tps/standards/four-treatments/treatment-preservation.htm
Rehabilitation:
https://www.nps.gov/tps/standards/four-treatments/treatment-rehabilitation.htm
Restoration:
https://www.nps.gov/tps/standards/four-treatments/treatment-restoration.htm
Reconstruction:
https://www.nps.gov/tps/standards/four-treatments/treatment-reconstruction.htm

Achievements in Interpretive Media for publically-available printed publication or visualpresentation that interprets the history, preservation or physical characteristics of a historic
property. Specific site(s), buildings(s), structure(s), district(s) or properties must be identified.
Preservation Commendation for an advocacy, educational, programmatic, or other activity
that promotes preservation efforts. Either site-specific or broad-based efforts may be identified.
Individual Achievement for a leader in the preservation field who has made achievements inpreserving places significant to the history of Hawai‘i. Either site-specific or broad-based
efforts may be identified.
Achievements in New Construction for new infill in a historic district or additions to ahistoric property that protect and enhance the character of the historic resource. Please see theNational Park Service links below and view the Standards and Guidelines information:
New Construction in Historic District:
http://www.nps.gov/tps/standards/applying-rehabilitation/successful-rehab/newconstruction.htm
New Additions to Historic Property:
https://www.nps.gov/tps/standards/applying-rehabilitation/successfulrehab/additions.htm

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2|PagePROJECT DESCRIPTION
1. Describe the historic significance of the property. How is the site, building, structure,landscape, district, object or property of the nominated project, program or media eligible foror designated on the State or National Registers of Historic Places. [Is it a historic place?]
SinceopeninginJanuary1999,theBattleshipMissouriMemorialhasattractedmorethan7-millionvisitorsfromar
oundtheworldwithafascinatingtourexperienceshowcasingtheUSSMissouri’suniqueplaceinhistory.Locateda
mereship’slengthfromtheUSSArizonaMemorial,theMightyMocompletesahistoricalvisitorexperiencethatbeg
inswiththe“dayofinfamy”andsinkingoftheUSSArizonainPearlHarboronDecember7,1941,andendswithJapa
n’sformalsurrenderaboardtheUSSMissouriinTokyoBayonSeptember2,1945.
TheUSSMissourihadanastoundingcareeroverfivedecadesandthreewars–WorldWarII,theKoreanWar,andD
esertStorm–afterwhichitwasdecommissionedanddonatedtotheUSSMissouriMemorialAssociation,Inc.,a50
1(c)(3)non-profitorganization.TheAssociationoperatestheBattleshipMissouriMemorialasahistoricattraction
andoverseeshercareandpreservationwiththesupportofvisitors,memberships,grants,anddonations.
DesigningtheMissouritook175tonsofblueprintpaper.Theshipwasbuiltinthreeyearsandrequiredover3million
man-daystocomplete.
TheMissouriwasthelastbattleshipeverbuilt.Shewasalsothemostformidable.Builtforspeedandfirepowerandp
ossessedthicksteelarmorplatingthatprotectedthehull(13.5inches),thegunturrets(17inchesinfront;13incheso
nthesides),thecitadel(17inches),andtheconningtowersides(17.3inches).
ThispastyeartheBattleshipMissouriMemorialhasbeenhardatworkrestoringtheship’ssuperstructure,the04Na
vigationBridgewhichincludestheChartHouse,Captain’sAt-SeaCabin,PilotHouseandConningTower,andthe
05OpenBridge.
ThenewlyrestoredNavigationBridgewillhavenewexhibittextpanelsfeaturingfourlanguages,English,Japanes
e,Chinese,andKorean.
ThisexhibitwillmakeBattleshipMissourioneofthefirstmuseumsinthestateofHawaiitoincorporatefourlanguage
sonexhibittextpanels.Animmersiveaudioexperience,recordedwiththehelpofactivedutysailors,allowsvisitors
aglimpseintowhattheshipmighthavesoundedlikeonDecember5,1991whentheMissourienteredPearlHarborf
orthe50thAnniversarycommemorationoftheattackontheHawaiianIslands.
“TheMainfeatureoftheOpenBridgeistheupperleveloftheConingTower,knownastheFireControlStation,orSpo
t3.ThisiswheretheWeaponsOfficerandseveralFireControlmenwouldmanabackup16-inchgundirectorduring
GeneralQuarters.
TheindicatorsaroundtheforwardsideoftheConningTowerwereusedwhentheBridgewatchneededbettersightli
nes.ThislevelcouldbeusedinconjunctionwiththePilotHousewithouthavingtoswitchcontroloftheshiptotheFlyin
gBridgehighabovethe08Level.”

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3|Page2. Describe the project’s goals and scope. Describe the project, program, organization,publication or work for which the nomination is being submitted. What is the project’s purpose
and scope of activity? Explain how the nominated project, program or media planned andimplemented in accordance with best practices and treatments for historic properties. [Is it apreservation project?]
Preservation Award: Provide an explanation for the type of preservation treatment(preservation, restoration, rehabilitation, or reconstruction) that was identified and how it
was achieved.
TheSuperstructurePreservationProjectisthesinglebiggestrepairandpreservationeffortthattookplaceontheB
attleshipMissourisincetheship’sdry-dockingin2009-2010.
TheUSSMissouriMemorialAssociationhaspresentlydedicated$3.5milliontotheproject,whichincludescoverin
gtheworkoftheprimecontractorandsupplementalqualityassurancemeasureslikethirdpartyinspectionofsteelr
epairandcoatingswork.
FundingfortheprojectisprovidedbytheUSSMissouriMemorialAssociation,anon-profit501(c)(3)corporation,primarilythroughadmissionsales.
Planningfortheprojectbeganmorethanthreeyearsago,withinitialinspectionstakingplacein2015andexecution
becomingatoppriorityin2017.
TheBattleshipMissouriMemorialhasundergonecomprehensiverepairsandpreservationtotheexteriorofitssup
erstructureabovethe05level,includingtheforwardfirecontroltower,forwardstack,andforwardmast.
Thepurposeofthisrestorationprojectinclude:–Repairandreplaceseverelycorrodedsteelwithintheprojectarea.
–Maximizethelifespanofrepairs,applyingprotectivecoatingsandimprovingrainwaterdrainagetobettershieldthe“MightyMo”fromthesunandthecorrosiveeffectsofmoisturecombinedwithsaltair.
–Restoretheappearanceofselect,prominentfeaturesremovedfromtheship’sexteriorduringdecommissioning,
bringingtheUSSMissouriMemorialAssociationonemajorstepclosertomeetingitshistoricalpreservationgoalof
restoringthebattleship’soverallappearanceonDecember7th,1991.(Onthatdate,theUSSMissouritookpartinth
e50thanniversaryobservanceoftheattackonPearlHarbor—acapstoneeventattheendoftheship’s48-yearoper
ationalhistory.)
Byreturningthe“MightyMo”toherformerglorypriortodecommissioning,theUSSMissouriMemorialAssociationi
sfocusedonpreservingthepasttoeducatefuturegenerationsabouthertimeduringpeaceandwar.

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4|Page3. Describe t h e o u t c o m e . E x p l a i n h ow the project, program or media achieved
quality results, excellence in planning, implementation, and follow-through of apreservation goal. [Is it exemplary?]
Theprojecttookayeartocomplete.Thecorepreservationworkconsistedofsteelrepairsandapplicationofprotecti
vecoatingstothesuperstructure.Additionally,replicasoftwoSLQ-32electronicwarfareantennasonthe011level,aswellasaradomeinvolvedintheoperationofremotelypilotedaircraftonthe09level,havebeenfabricatedandins
talled.
TheUSSMissourihadthisequipmentbeforeitsdecommissioningin1992;restoringtheappearanceoftheseitems
hasenhancedauthenticityandhelpedreachthehistoricalpreservationtarget.
Whatwasinvolvedinrestoringthesuperstructure?
–Abrasivesandblastingofnearly27,000squareft.ofsteelsuperstructure.
–Completeremovalandoff-siterepairofthetallestportionsoftheship(theuppersectionsoftheforwardmast).
–Estimated17,000lbs.ofsteelwasreplaced.
–Estimated700gallonsofpaintwasused.

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5|Page4. Describe the relevance. Explain how the nominated project, program or media demonstrates
a strategy for the protection, understanding, revitalization, use or celebration of Hawaii’s
historic and cultural places. [Is it impactful?]
Thesuperstructurepreservationprojecthasbeenrestoredtooffervisitorsaclearerunderstandingandpersonala
ppreciationfortheexperienceoflifeatsea,farfromhome,intimesofwarandpeace.
Audiorecordingsbeenaddedtothe04level–NavigationBridge.Theaudiorecordingswillbeplayedforvisitorswhil
etouringtheship’sbridgesandwillgiveguestsinsightintothenature,significanceandmeaningoflifeontheUSSMi
ssouriduringit’sdaysofservice.
TheCuratorialteamtooktimetoresearchandidentifyspecificcontentandarchivalmaterialthatwouldmostspecifi
callyconveyawarenessandunderstandingamongourvisitorsofthesignificanceofhistoriceventsandpersonale
xperiencereflectedintheserviceofUSSMissouri.

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6|PagePROJECT DESCRIPTION CONTINUED (if needed to continue answers to sections above)

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7|PagePROJECT LOCATION
Attach a map of the project’s location. (Google Maps; Map Quest, USGS Quad or similar.)
To insert map, it must be saved as a pdf on your desktop.

LocatedatPierFoxtrot-5onhistoricFordIsland,theUSSMissouriisamereship’slengthfromtheUSSArizonaM
Location Description

Location Description

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8|PageADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Preservation Commendations and Individual Achievement: Provide a biography or
description of the organization or individual being nominated.
SinceopeninginJanuary1999,theBattleshipMissouriMemorialhasattractedmorethan7-millionvisitorsfromar
oundtheworldwithafascinatingtourexperienceshowcasingtheUSSMissouri’suniqueplaceinhistory.Locateda
mereship’slengthfromtheUSSArizonaMemorial,theMightyMocompletesahistoricalvisitorexperiencethatbeg
inswiththe“dayofinfamy”andsinkingoftheUSSArizonainPearlHarboronDecember7,1941,andendswithJapa
n’sformalsurrenderaboardtheUSSMissouriinTokyoBayonSeptember2,1945.
TheUSSMissourihadanastoundingcareeroverfivedecadesandthreewars–WorldWarII,theKoreanWar,andD
esertStorm–afterwhichitwasdecommissionedanddonatedtotheUSSMissouriMemorialAssociation,Inc.,a50
1(c)(3)non-profitorganization.TheAssociationoperatestheBattleshipMissouriMemorialasahistoricattraction
andoverseeshercareandpreservationwiththesupportofvisitors,memberships,grants,anddonations.

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9|PagePHOTOGRAPHS
Insert at least six images illustrating various aspects of the project, including one overview image
showing the completed project. Other photos may include before and after images showing various
interior and exterior views, work undertaken or completed. A historic photo of the site is highly
desirable.
How to add an image into the pdf (using Adobe Acrobat XI Pro):
Save the image as a jpeg/image file on your desktop. Open the nomination form file. Click onTools in the top right corner. Select Add Image. A window will open enabling you to selectwhich image you want to insert. Select and click Open. Repeat for each image.
*For Achievements in Interpretive Media: include a cover shot of publication or other media.
*For Preservation Commendation and Individual Achievement: include head shot of nominee or group.
* Additional photos are allowed and may be put on a thumb drive and submitted with hard copies.
Image 1SuperstructurePreservationProject
Name of Site/Project/Program
Preparationofthesuperstructurepreservationprojectincludedscaffolding
Caption/Description
BattleshipMissouriMemorial
Photographer

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SuperstructurePreservationProject
Name of Site/Project/Program

Rustandcrackingoftheship’sbridgesbeforerestorationworkbeganontheBattleshipMissouri’ssuperstructur
Caption/DescriptionBattleshipMissouriMemorial
Photographer

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Image 3
SuperstructurePreservationProject
Name of Site/Project/Program

AprivateblessingbyKahuKordellKekoatookplacewithMichaelCarr,President&CEOoftheBattleshipMissou
Caption/Description
BattleshipMissouriMemorial
Photographer

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Image 4
SuperstructurePreservationProject
Name of Site/Project/Program

AprivateblessingbyKahuKordellKekoatookplacewithMichaelCarr,President&CEOoftheBattleshipMissou
Caption/Description
BattleshipMissouriMemorial
Photographer

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Image 5SuperstructurePreservationProject
Name of Site/Project/Program

KahuKordellKekoawalksthroughthe04levelnavigationbridge,whichisnormallyopentovisitors,toblessthen
Caption/Description
BattleshipMissouriMemorial
Photographer

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Image 6
SuperstructurePreservationProject
Name of Site/Project/Program

Alookinsidethenewlyrestored04navigationbridge,includesnewpaint,toucheduphardware,repairedflooring
Caption/DescriptionBattleshipMissouriMemorial
Photographer

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Preservation Media: Cover Shot of MediaSuperstructurePreservationProject
Name of Site/Project/Program

AviewfromtheBattleshipMissouriMemoriallookingoutatArizonaMemorialfromthenewlyrestored05bridge.
Caption/Description
BattleshipMissouriMemorial
Photographer

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Preservation Commendation or Individual Achievement: Photo of Nominee(s)Name of Site/Project/Program

Caption/Description
Photographer

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NOMINATOR INFORMATION
QuitevisShere'eMrs.

Nominator Last NameFirst Name

Mr./Ms./Dr./Other Title

SeniorAccountExecutive,AnthologyMarketingGroup
Title & Organization (If Applicable)(808)543-3434

Sheree.Quitevis@AnthologyGroup.com

Area Code and Telephone

E-mail

1003BishopStreet

Honolulu

HI96813

Mailing Address

CityState

Zip CodeNOMINEE(S) INFORMATION
Include all individuals, companies or organizations involved in the preservation project.
Identifying and including all appropriate parties is the responsibility of the nominator.
NOMINEE 1Carr

MichaelMr.

Nominee Last NameFirst Name

Mr./Ms./Dr./Other Title

President&CEO,BattleshipMissouriMemorialAssociation
Title & Organization (If Applicable)(808)455-1600

MikeC@USSMissouri.org,JaclynH@USSMissouri.org

Area Code and Telephone

E-mail63CowpensStreet

Honolulu

HI96818

Mailing AddressCityStateZip Code

What was this Nominee’s role in the project? (e.g. owner, architect, construction, researcher, etc.)

Other/Notes:

Owner

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NOMINEE 2
Weidenbach

MikeMr.

Nominee Last NameFirst Name

Mr./Ms./Dr./Other Title

Curator,BattleshipMissouriMemorialTitle & Organization (If Applicable)(808)455-1600x252

mikew@ussmissouri.org

Area Code and Telephone

E-mail63CowpensStreet

Honolulu

HI

96818

Mailing Address

City

State

Zip Code

What was this Nominee’s role in the project? (e.g. owner, architect, construction, researcher, etc.)

Other/Notes:

CuratorNOMINEE 3Stone

Jim

Mr

Nominee Last NameFirst Name

Mr./Ms./Dr./Other Title

VPofEngineering&Facilities,BattleshipMissouriMemorial
Title & Organization (If Applicable)(808)455-1600

JimS@ussmissouri.org

Area Code and Telephone

E-mail63CowpensStreet

Honolulu

HI96818

Mailing Address

CityStateZip Code

What was this Nominee’s role in the project? (e.g. owner, architect, construction, researcher, etc.)

Other/Notes:

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17 | P a g eNOMINEE 4Nominee Last NameFirst Name

Mr./Ms./Dr./Other Title

Title & Organization (If Applicable)

Area Code and Telephone

E-mailMailing Address

CityState

Zip Code

What was this Nominee’s role in the project? (e.g. owner, architect, construction, researcher, etc.)

Other/Notes:

NOMINEE 5

Nominee Last NameFirst Name

Mr./Ms./Dr./Other Title

Title & Organization (If Applicable)

Area Code and Telephone

E-mail

Mailing Address

CityState

Zip Code

What was this Nominee’s role in the project? (e.g. owner, architect, construction, researcher, etc.)

Other/Notes:

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NOMINEE 6

Nominee Last NameFirst Name

Mr./Ms./Dr./Other Title

Title & Organization (If Applicable)

Area Code and Telephone

E-mailMailing Address

CityStateZip Code

What was this Nominee’s role in the project? (e.g. owner, architect, construction, researcher, etc.)
Other/Notes:NOMINEE 7

Nominee Last NameFirst Name

Mr./Ms./Dr./Other Title

Title & Organization (If Applicable)

Area Code and Telephone

E-mailMailing AddressCityStateZip Code

What was this Nominee’s role in the project? (e.g. owner, architect, construction, researcher, etc.)

Other/Notes:

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NOMINATION FEE
Please submit a $45 processing fee for each nomination.
Payment Options:
Check enclosed payable to:
Historic Hawaii Foundation
ATTN: Honor Awards
Mail to:680 Iwilei Road, Ste. 690
Honolulu, HI 96817

Credit Card: Please call Sky or Beth at HHF (808)523-2900.

SUBMIT FORM

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