The general public may visit the project and speak with the boat builders Mondays through Fridays between 8 am and 4 pm. A Novel of the Civil War at Sea , to autograph copies of his novel. Underwater archaeologist Claire Peachey and historian Mark Ragan discuss the history of H.L. Hunley and the recovery effort to raise the submarine. Ship visit from schooner Sultana October 24-29 Visit the newly constructed schooner. Celebrate the season with music of the sea performed by local artists, Iona.
All events are free and open to the public.
This exhibit of twenty painting depicts major trends and innovations in the U.S. Navy between 1900 and 2000. Admission to the gallery is free. Visit the Navy Art Collection's Online Exhibits to see more works by Navy artists. The Naval Historical Center sponsors a program of monthly one hour lectures on a Tuesdays from 1000-1100 that are related to the history and heritage of the naval service. Parking is available in the blue lined spaces in the parking garage adjacent to the Washington Navy Yard's 11th Street gate.