Closing day for 2024 — September 30, 2024

“Keeping the Memory Alive”

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Support the Battleship Memorial and help us preserve history for future generations. Your generous donation ensures that the legacy of the brave men and women who served aboard these iconic vessels is never forgotten. By contributing, you are helping maintain the ship, enhance educational programs, and create a lasting tribute to the sacrifices made in defense of our nation. Together, we can keep this powerful symbol of freedom and courage alive, inspiring visitors from all walks of life. Every donation, big or small, makes a difference in honoring our heroes and safeguarding their stories.

Donations for History Commemoration

Plans for expanding the Battleship South Dakota Memorial are moving forward. Building an addition will allow space to display more artifacts and historical records. You can help preserve World War II history and educate future generations, not only by visiting and talking about the Memorial, but through your monetary donations to the project. All proceeds will be used for the maintenance and expansion of the Memorial.

Making Room for History

Battleship South Dakota Memorial cannot currently display all artifacts and donated materials due to lack of space. The addition will increase the exhibit area and allow the staff to accept a great number of items being offered as gifts to be displayed. Visit this page for updates and progress.

 

Remembering the Great Battleship

Visitors to Battleship South Dakota Memorial will be able to follow the battleship’s lifespan of by watching a history video in the theater that will be part of the expansion. Your participation and donations will help perpetuate the memory of USS South Dakota and its crewmembers.

The South Dakota Battleship X

The mission of Battleship South Dakota Memorial in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, is to preserve the history of USS South Dakota (BB 57) and its crew through the operation of a world-class museum that educates current and future generations on the most decorated battleship of World War II.

Visit the museum to see and learn more about USS South Dakota. Your donations will assist in expanding the Memorial and improving its educational reach.

The Battleship Store

The mission of Battleship South Dakota Memorial in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, is to preserve the history of USS South Dakota (BB 57) and its crew through the operation of a world-class museum that educates current and future generations on the most decorated battleship of World War II.

Visit the museum to see and learn more about USS South Dakota. Your donations will assist in expanding the Memorial and improving its educational reach.