📜 World War II aircraft carrier turned museum ship, a national historic landmark. 🔍 Features exhibits on naval aviation, space exploration, and vintage aircraft. # Why Go ✈️ Explore flight deck, hangar deck, and first deck 🚀 See vintage military aircraft and NASA Apollo mission artifacts 📚 Learn about naval history from WWII through Vietnam, and the Apollo program ♿ Wheelchair accessible flight and hangar decks # Why Avoid ⚠️ Climbing ladders (stairs) required for some areas below the main deck 🎒 Bag size restrictions (12 x 8 x 12 inches) due to steep ladders # Tips 👟 Wear comfortable, closed-toed walking shoes 🔦 Flashlights required for some specialty tours 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Children under 16 must be with an adult # Cost 💰 Adults $25, seniors/military/students $15, youth (7-17) $12, children 6 & under free. # Hours 🕒 Open Friday-Monday 10 AM-5 PM (last entry 4 PM). Closed Tuesday-Thursday, New Year’s, Thanksgiving, Christmas.