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Day on the Battleship New Jersey: RUTGERS TAKES THE GARDEN STATE

  • Battleship New Jersey · Camden
Rutgers University Alumni Association Publisher / Host Rutgers University Alumni Association
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Day on the Battleship New Jersey: RUTGERS TAKES THE GARDEN STATE
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On November 15, step into history with fellow Rutgers alumni as you explore the longest, fastest, and most decorated U.S. battleship ever built!
DISCOUNTED ADMISSION INCLUDES:
• Access to explore the museum’s immersive exhibits and engaging experiences for the day (10 a.m. – 5 p.m.)
• Tours of the Engine Room and Turret, exclusively for Rutgers alumni aboard the ship
NOTE: Tours depart every half hour, and tour space is limited! Registration for the tours will be on a first-come, first-served basis. Please note that these tours will descend seven stories into the ship and require climbing and descending steep steps, as well as stepping over “knee knockers” or high step openings along the tour. These tours may be difficult/impossible to access for those with mobility issues.
• A chance to see a 40mm Saluting Gun fired off the side of the ship (specific times for firings are available on our schedule page).
• The opportunity to gather with other Rutgers alumni, friends, and families in a Mess Galley for snacks and short remarks honoring the alumni veterans in attendance.
To see the full schedule of activities for the day, please visit our schedule page.
TICKETS:
• Adults: $12
• Children: $8
• Veterans & Active Military Personnel: $5
• Registration is required to attend this event.
• The deadline to register is Thursday, November 5, 2026, at 11:59 p.m.
• Unfortunately, we are unable to accept walk-in attendees for this event.
IMPORTANT TO KNOW:
• Full tours of the Battleship New Jersey include 12 decks to explore, are physical, and require climbing and descending steep steps (called ladders by the Navy). You will also be stepping over “knee knockers” or high step openings along the tour.
• We advise guests to dress casually and wear comfortable walking or athletic shoes with non-skid soles.
• No backpacks can be worn aboard the ship. Please leave all backpacks or oversized bags in your car.
• Front carriers are required for infants and toddlers. You will have to leave your stroller in the ship’s Visitor’s Center or in your car.
• Limited parts of the ship are wheelchair accessible. The main deck exterior, anti-aircraft guns, and officer's ward room are all wheelchair accessible. Other parts of the ship may be difficult/impossible to access for those with mobility issues.
• While the Battleship does not permit emotional support animals (ESAs) on board, they do welcome vested, ADA-certified service animals with the appropriate documentation. This policy is in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), which grants access rights specifically to service animals that are individually trained to perform tasks directly related to a person’s disability.
• Food is not sold aboard the Battleship New Jersey. Light snacks and water will be available in the cafeteria from 12:30 - 1:30 p.m. for Rutgers event attendees. If you'd like to eat lunch aboard the ship, please plan to bring your own food.
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Battleship New Jersey, 100 Clinton Street,Camden,NJ,United States

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