USS Requin Submarine
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A uniquely immersive experience!
Come aboard to learn how 80 men used their expertise, humor and sheer ingenuity to carve out a rough and adventurous life during USS Requin’s (SS 481) lengthy defense and scientific missions, some of which are still classified to this day! State-of-the-art and battle ready when she set out just days before the end of World War II, Requin holds the distinction of being the Navy’s first Radar Picket submarine.
Requin (SS 481) Hours
Spring/Summer Hours:
Open daily (weather and river conditions permitting)
10 am–4:30 pm