Military - The Mariners' Museum and Park

Drewry’s Bluff After Action Report
- Civil War
- Military
- Military Conflict
- USS Monitor
April 4, 2025

After the Battle of Hampton Roads, USS Monitor —“little ship that saved the nation” — seemed perfect. But this illusion was shattered after the James River Flotilla's defeat at Drewry's Bluff. Lt. William Jeffers wrote a detailed report lodging his complaints about the vessel, from intolerable ventilation to questionable design choices, leading to a harsh rebuke from inventor John Ericsson.
The Last Days of the Schooner America

Thursday, April 24, 2025 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM

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The Mariners’ Sips & Trips

Saturday, June 28, 2025 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM

The Bronze Door Society
Carolina Ironclads: Vain Efforts to Defend The Tar Heel State

Friday, April 11, 2025 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM

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The Mariners’ MilKids Fest

Sunday, April 6, 2025 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Battle of Hampton Roads (Lecture)

Saturday, March 8, 2025 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM

John V. Quarstein, director emeritus of the USS Monitor Center, will present the multifaceted history of USS Monitor, and the program will be in person from the Explorers Theater at the Museum.

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Battle of Hampton Roads Commemoration Day

Saturday, March 8, 2025 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
POSTPONED: City-Class Ironclads: The Pook Turtles

Friday, February 21, 2025 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM

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James River Squadron: Construction and Destruction

Friday, January 24, 2025 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM

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Churchill’s American Arsenal

Ferreiro shares stories of how the Liberty Ship and the Landing Ship Tank brought vital arms, supplies, and troops to the front lines across the globe, culminating in Allied victories.