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Veteran Appreciation Day Aboard the USCGC Ingham
Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Admission: Free for All Veterans
Join us for a special Veteran Appreciation Day aboard the historic USCGC Ingham to honor those who have served our nation with courage and dedication. This event is open to all veterans as a heartfelt thank-you for their service.
Schedule of Events:
9:00 AM – Welcome Aboard!
Veterans are invited to board the USCGC Ingham and enjoy a complimentary morning of camaraderie and remembrance. Coffee and fresh donuts will be served on deck to kick off the day.
All Morning – Free Self-Guided Ship Tours
Take a step back in time and explore one of the most decorated vessels in Coast Guard history. Guided tours will share the Ingham’s rich WWII legacy, Vietnam, Cold War service, and humanitarian missions like the Mariel Boatlift.
10:00 AM – Veteran Recognition Talk
Gather on the main deck for a special address by our guest, Corey Malcolm, PhD., Lead Historian of the Florida Keys History Center.
Topic:
A History of the Military in the Florida Keys
From the first settlement of the Key West to today, the U.S. military has been instrumental in shaping the story of the Florida Keys. Dr. Corey Malcom, Lead Historian for the Florida Keys History Center, will share an overview of the two-century history of the United States’ armed forces in the southernmost island chain.
Ongoing – Veteran Recognition Board
All veterans in attendance are invited to sign our "Book of Honor" and share a memory or photo for our living history display.
Come connect with fellow veterans, tour a piece of history, and enjoy a morning of gratitude in your honor—because your service deserves to be remembered and celebrated.
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Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Truman Waterfront Park - West end of Southhard Street, Key West, FL, United States, Florida 33040
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