September 29, 2017
Photo of the remains of Pier 54 from Joshua Bright of The New York Times
The SS United States Conservancy continues its efforts to secure a permanent location for America's Flagship and identify private sector partners to help activate the ship's commercial potential. While we are exploring several future ports-of-call, the prospect of the the SS United States ' grand return to her original home port of New York is particularly exciting. With the recent demise of a major development planned for Piers 54/55 in Manhattan's Meatpacking District, the SS United States  could provide a new, dynamic centerpiece to attract visitors and revenue to the Hudson River Park. 

Susan Gibbs, the Conservancy's executive director, responded to the New York Times ' editorial board and described how the SS United States offers a unique development opportunity in New York's emerging tech corridor. The iconic vessel could celebrate New York's storied maritime history and the fabled "Luxury Liner Row" as well as represent a centerpiece of environmental innovation. Read Susan's letter to the editor HERE.
Help Us Save America's Flagship!

In May, the SS United States Conservancy launched the  WE ARE THE UNITED STATES campaign to help save America’s Flagship. Thanks to you, we've raised over $325,000  to keep the SS  United States  safely afloat, continue our work to secure a permanent location for the nation's sole remaining ocean liner, and preserve and celebrate the ship's legacy.

The SS  United States needs all of us, now more than ever. This great ship is a symbol of who we are when we’re at our very best. The space shuttle of her day, she's an icon of our strength, skill, and innovation. The fastest passenger liner ever built, her transatlantic speed record remains unbroken. 

Donate to the #WeAreTheUnitedStates campaign  today to help us save this legendary national symbol from destruction. All donations will go directly toward protecting America’s Flagship. For more information about the campaign, visit  WeAretheUnitedStates.org . Thank you for your continued support!


Perfect for fall weather, these cozy sweatshirts commemorate a dramatic voyage planned for America’s Flagship that never took place. The ship was to depart on a 55-day “Grand Pacific Cruise” in 1970 and would have visited New Zealand, Australia, Japan and Hong Kong, among other ports-of-call. Alas, it was cancelled when the ship was withdrawn from service in 1969 – but the spirit of the Big U lives on!

This special fundraising campaign closes in less than two weeks, and we still need to sell 100 of these fabulous sweatshirts. With the holidays around the corner, click HERE to order yours today!
What if the SS United States ' Funnels Spouted Day-Glo Confetti?

The SS United State s continues to inspire future generations, including Max, a three-year-old Conservancy supporter. Max recently drew the ship's mighty funnels spouting colorful confetti! Max's father is the Conservancy's Southeastern U.S. Chapter co-chair, Michael Strasbaugh, so we can be sure that Max knows exactly why the ship is super cool. 

Is there a child in your life who loves the Big U and has painted, colored, drawn, or sculpted the vessel? Lego, Play Dough, magic marker, or finger paint: the SS United States looks great in all mediums. We'd love to see - and share - your child's artwork! Please send us a photo to [email protected]!