The Ray Vyeda Memorial Gallery: From Mothballs to Museum

The Ray Vyeda Memorial Gallery: From Mothballs to Museum

To commemorate a dedicated USS Hornet CVA-12 crew member, Raymond Vyeda, and his efforts to save the ship, the Museum explores how the ship went from the mothball fleet after its decommissioning to the museum it is today. This exhibit features the stories and efforts of the many dedicated veterans and volunteers who preserved and restored.

Roll Call! Life on an Essex Class Carrier

Roll Call! Life on an Essex Class Carrier

This exhibit highlights the clothing and personal gear of the men that served on aircraft carriers like USS Hornet....
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Marine Detachment

Marine Detachment

The Marine Detachment 9MARDET) consisted of 55 enlisted men and two officers. The Marines operated the Brig and...
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The Space Race/Apollo Splashdown

The Space Race/Apollo Splashdown

The Space Race / Apollo Splashdown In Hornet’s hangar bay, see larger artifacts from the Space Race between...
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