June Events

Dave Alberg, Sanctuary Manager for the Monitor National Marine Sanctuary

Join us for a special presentation, as Dave Alberg, Sanctuary Manager for the Monitor National Marine Sanctuary discuses the fascinating history behind the sinking & recovery of the U.S.S. Monitor. Monitor National Marine Sanctuary enjoys the distinction of being the nation’s first National Marine Sanctuary. The Monitor is recognized worldwide for its significance as the vessel that revolutionized nineteenth-century naval technology and warfare. In 1862, the turreted ironclad engaged the Confederate warship CSS Virginia in battle. Less than a year later, the Monitor sank in a storm off Cape Hatteras, North Carolina.

Since 1995, the National Marine Sanctuary Program and its partners have worked to stabilize the Monitor’s hull and recover major components of the ship, including the propeller, propeller shaft, skeg and steam engine. Recovery of Monitor’s famous revolving gun turret and cannon, along with the remains of two crewmen, was completed in August 2002.

Please note: June 22 is the FOURTH Thursday, as our presentations are usually held on the third.

When: Thursday June 22nd, 2006 at 6:30 pm

Admission: FREE and open to the public

Information: Yumi Yasutake 808-933-8195