
The SS Jeremiah O'Brien is the last unaltered Liberty Ship in existence.
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The SS Jeremiah O'Brien is one of the last ships that participated in the Normandy D-Day landings that still sails under her own power!
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Fascinating insight into the liberty ships which provided the lifeline to Allies abroad. Felt humbling being able to explore this old warrior of the seas. Good luck to the team... read more that keep her running.
Cargo ship, steam powered from WWII. What not to love? The guys who you buy the tickets from were super cool and chill and knew history so well... read more if these ships.
First, thanks to veterans and all who serve. I have like zero expertise with this particular piece of history, but I really loved being able to fully explore this... read more amazing vessel. The ship itself is so very interesting, and the museum within is full of relevant pieces and stories, including sand from Normandy and a chunk of a destroyed boat from D-day. So inspiring.
This ship is a jewel. Beautifully restored/preserved. I especially enjoyed the engine room and the museum. Check out my picture of a small part of the incredible diorama in the... read more museum. Hard to believe it's not real.
Super cool if you are into history- best part is it's still a working ship that they sometimes take it out in the bay. But while it's on the pier... read more you can tour at your leisure and see the impressive steam engine or play on the guns on the main deck. You also get a great view of the Golden gate bridge.
Beautifully preserved historic ship which is one of only two left of the thousands of Liberty ships built for the Second World War. The ship is in original condition and... read more most spaces open to the public. That being said there are many narrow steep ladders which adds to the authenticity but not for the faint hearted if you are expecting regular staircases. Admission is not expensive at $20 regular price and it's easy to find along Embarcadero.
We visited on Memorial Day weekend and the volunteers were maintaining the engines, so we got to see the engine bay in action. they said they do it once a... read more month. So cool! Call ahead and ask for their schedule, so you can see it, too. The little museum in the hull was a nice touch.
The self guided tour was the best $$ I spent in a long time. The staff answered questions and were so pleasant and knowledgeable. The story is as... read more amazing as the restoration!! I will definitely return for a short cruise in the future. I highly recommend checking this ship out. There are some great views as well.
Visit the Museum at:
SS Jeremiah O’Brien
Pier 35, The Embarcadero
San Francisco, CA 94133
Letters and Inquiries to:
National Liberty Ship Memorial
45 Pier, Suite 4A
San Francisco, CA 94133