October at the PFSM: Free Admission, Big Milestones, and More

We’re open! Despite the ongoing federal government shutdown, please know that the Pacific Fleet Submarine Museum and USS Bowfin submarine at Pearl Harbor remain open to visitors. During the current shutdown, Pacific Fleet Submarine Museum and its museum partners – Pearl Harbor National Memorial (USS Arizona Memorial), the Battleship Missouri Memorial, and the Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum – have jointly agreed to provide private funding to keep all four Pearl Harbor Historic Sites open.

The submarine museum at this time will remain open and operate at normal hours during the government shutdown. Whether you’re planning your first visit or returning to the submarine museum, we look forward to welcoming you aboard!

Honoring the Navy’s Birthday & Navy Day

On October 13, we proudly celebrated the 250th birthday of the U.S. Navy, a milestone marking two and a half centuries of courage, commitment, and service. Since its founding in 1775, the Navy has been a guardian of freedom, peace, and global security.

Navy Day was on October 27, and we took a moment to honor the men and women in uniform – those who have served, those who continue to serve, and the families who support them.

Join us in honoring the Navy’s legacy and the sailors whose service continues to inspire us all.

In commemoration of Veterans Day, the Pacific Fleet Submarine Museum will host a special Kama‘aina Sunday during Veterans Day weekend (Nov 8-11). Hawai‘i residents, active-duty service members, retirees, dependents, and veterans are invited to enjoy free admission to the museum.

Please note that up to 6 pre-registered tickets per party will be allowed. Valid Hawai‘i or military ID must be presented at entry for all adult ticket holders. Ticket reservations will be available soon—stay tuned for details on how you can join us in honoring our veterans.

Celebrating a Special 30th Anniversary

Please join us as we honor and celebrate the remarkable milestone of 30 years of dedicated service by one of our valued team members, Charles Hinman! His commitment, knowledge, and passion have played a vital role in preserving and sharing the history of the U.S. Submarine Force with visitors from around the world. As the museum's historian, he has personally researched, published, and shared his vast knowledge with tens of thousands of visitors. We are deeply grateful for his loyalty and contributions, which embody the spirit of excellence and pride that make this museum truly special.

If you’d like to learn more about Charles’ impressive contributions, click the button below.

Learn More about Charles' Journey