2026 NYC Veterans Week Naval Ship Tour

Sponsored by the Veterans Alumni Network
 
Join fellow Hopkins alums and friends during Veterans Day week for a rare opportunity to step aboard an active U.S. Navy vessel in New York City, in honor of the men and women who have served our country.

Our exclusive morning tour begins promptly at 11:00 am on Thursday, November 12th. This is your chance to see naval operations up close, hear from the crew about life at sea, and share the experience with fellow alumni, including our veteran community and their families.

Want to make a trip of it? New York's Veterans Day Parade takes place the day before, on Wednesday, November 11th, beginning at 12:30 pm. Plan to arrive early and take in both, a fitting way to celebrate the holiday and honor those who served alongside thousands of New Yorkers.
 

Don't miss this chance to honor service and sacrifice with the Hopkins community. Secure your spot today!

Please note the following important tour information:

• Please report to the VIP/Tour Entrance at 48th Street and 12th Avenue at 10:30 am to check in with the group and clear security for the tour.
• Photo identification is required for entrance (MUST BE A PHYSICAL COPY)
• Bring plenty of water or hydrating drinks.
• Remember to bring sunscreen and/or sunglasses if it is going to be warm/sunny.
• You will be touring a working Navy ship and you may be required to walk up and down ladders and ramps. Please, wear comfortable clothing and shoes. DO NOT WEAR HEALS, SANDALS OR FILP-FLOPS. Do not wear necklaces that can get caught and bags that will be too heavy to comfortably carry all day. Ladies should not wear skirts as guests will be climbing ladders (Navy stairs).
• Strollers will not be allowed on any ships. Parents/guardians must be able to carry children up and down ladders.
• Wheelchairs are allowed on the pier, but are not able to access U.S. Navy ships.
• No large backpacks, pocket knives, electronic smoking devices, weapons or alcohol will be allowed aboard any participating ships.
• Electronic devices are subject to examination for functionality. All visitors will pass through a magnetometer and may be searched as necessary to determine source of metal.
• The U.S. Navy is not responsible for any personal articles or property lost or stolen while left unattended on the pier.

A portion of this registration fee will serve as a donation in support of future programming and events.  If you wish to not have a portion of your registration support such initiatives, you may contact the Office of Annual Giving: oag@jhu.edu. The fee supports the Johns Hopkins Alumni Association and is independent of the U.S. Navy.      

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