Meet the Conservancy: Kevin McElvaney, Communications and Outreach Associate
The Conservancy is dedicated to raising awareness of the SS United States far and wide, with the goal of creating an inspiring future for...
A Chance Encounter
It was a gloomy, steel gray day a few years ago, the kind of November late afternoon you’d expect on the Philadelphia waterfront. I...
SS United States on the Page: Becoming Mrs. Lewis
Since the very beginning, America’s Flagship has been been a fixture of the popular imagination and a muse for artists of all stripes....
The SS United States: First Lady of the Sea
Did you know the Big U has her own theme song? It’s true! Though there have been several pieces of music associated with her over the...
Our 5 Favorite Books About the Big U
Want to immerse yourself in more SS United States history? We would love to introduce you to a number of terrific books currently...
Meet Chota Peg, Top Dog of the SS United States
Among the thousands of passengers who traveled aboard the SS United States, there was one very special “crew member” who delighted...
Larry Driscoll Appears on The Other Side of Midnight
Larry Driscoll has a lifelong fascination with our nation's great ships, dating back to childhood voyages on the SS United States and her...
Project Santa Claus: A Letter to Commodore John Anderson
Commodore John Anderson and his loyal dog, Chota Peg. Photo courtesy of Charles Anderson When she set out on her record-breaking maiden...
Passenger Memories: Childhood Joy Lasts a Lifetime
When many observers think of life aboard the SS United States, they think of celebrities and heads of state, glamorous parties, and the...
This Holiday Season, Give the Gift of America's Flagship!
It's mid-December, and the clock is ticking for those of us who haven't yet finished our holiday shopping. Selecting the right gift — one...
