USS Turner Joy-Bremerton

The USS Turner Joy (DD-951) was one of 18 Forrest Sherman-class destroyers of the United States Navy. She was named for Admiral Charles Turner Joy USN (1895–1956). Commissioned in 1959, she spent her entire career in the Pacific. She participated extensively in the Vietnam War, and was one of the principal ships involved in the Gulf of Tonkin Incident. Decommissioned in 1982, she is now a museum ship. She is described as being an “active and Educational facility” that “honors not only the men and women of our modern US Navy, but also recognizes the accomplishments of those who help build and maintain the Navy’s ships as well.” And for those with a desire for a little intrigue, they say she is haunted, the Bremerton Historic Ships Association has authorized monthly ghost hunts that are led by real paranormal investigators.

Things to Remember:
• As the USS TURNER JOY has been restored to her Vietnam War configuration, she is handicapped accessible on and in part of her main deck. The museum also keeps several wheelchairs on hand for the convenience of our guests while on the premises and these are available upon request.
• Recommended dress is shorts, loose slacks or pants for everyone – and LAYERS – our ship can be cold! Do keep both hands free for 70º ladder climbing – backpacks may be checked in the gift shop prior to boarding.
• Please wear flat-soled or rubberized-soled shoes.

Saturday, November 19, Depart from South Whidbey Senior Center at 8 a.m. Return 5:45 p.m.
Cost: Includes ferries, transportation, and ticket for tour. (Lunch is on your own at a location to be determined.)