Temporary Exhibits
To complement our permanent exhibits, we offer temporary exhibits that focus on specialized subjects or examine stories and events in greater depth. Temporary exhibits change out regularly so don’t wait to see them!
GIVING VOICE TO THE SILENT SERVICE
The submarine community shares a strong collective identity that is rooted in the Submarine Force’s unique history, culture, and traditions. Most submariners find the experience of submarining deeply transformative; for many, the identity of “submariner” lasts a lifetime. This exhibit explores how submarine service shapes those who serve, from qualifying and deployments through retirement and beyond. Enjoy an inside look at the “Silent Service,” including how the Submarine Force has changed over time and how service affects submarine families.
Marine Mammals: The Navy’s Super Searchers
The Navy’s highly-trained dolphins and sea lions carry out missions all over the world. With their natural acoustic, sight, and diving abilities, marine mammals are exceptionally skilled at finding objects underwater. Navy animals detect mines and intruders in a fraction of the time it takes human divers and human-made technology. This exhibit explores the missions Navy dolphins and sea lions perform and the science behind their remarkable abilities.
Can’t visit in person? View an online version of Marine Mammals: The Navy’s Super Searchers here.
NEDU: Rising to the Challenge
The Navy Experimental Diving Unit (NEDU) has safeguarded Navy divers and expanded their diving capabilities since 1927. Its official mission is to research, develop, test, and evaluate diving equipment and procedures, but more simply, its job is problem-solving: NEDU personnel use their expertise and experience to find solutions for the many challenges of working underwater. Learn how NEDU’s many accomplishments have extended the depth, duration, and safety of Navy diving.
Can’t visit in person? View an online version of NEDU: Rising to the Challenge here.