PLAN OF THE DAY
10:00 am Museum Opens to Public
11:00 am Veterans Day Ceremony on the Hangar Deck
- Welcome by Bill Fee, USS Hornet Crew Member ‘68
- Color Guard by BSA Troop 154 Oakley
- National Anthem & Armed Forces Medley w/Hornet Band
- Salute to Veterans with us today
- Remembrance & Appreciation by Chaplain Whatley
- Retire the Colors by BSA Troop 154 Oakley
- At the conclusion of the ceremony, we invite you to the Fantail for a Blessing of the Wreath Toss.
Throughout the Day
- Make a Thank You Card. Cards will be taken to veteran homes
- Explore the Ship & See Our Exhibits. Self-guided & docent-led tour options throughout the day
- Ride the Flight Simulator! (Purchase tickets in the Ship’s Store)
- Sit in a real Jet Cockpit!
- Selfie with Buzz the Hornet. Find Buzz for a photo-op
- Meet a Veteran. Hear their stories
- Relax. Visit the Blue Jackets Family Room, Cafe or Flight Deck
5:00 pm Museum Closes