The USS Potomac and the USS Hornet announce the inauguration of a new opportunity to experience history on Wed., Nov. 8 as Franklin D. Roosevelt’s Presidential Yacht, the USS Potomac, departs Jack London Square for lunchtime cruise to the Aircraft Carrier USS Hornet.
Published: November, 2006
Passengers will embark on the Potomac, the 71 year-old classic yacht known as President Roosevelt’s Floating White House, to experience a two-and-a-half hour tour of the USS Hornet. The USS Hornet is a much decorated and honored carrier that served in numerous U.S. Naval battles. It was also the recovery ship for the Lunar Landing crafts, Apollo 11 and 12.
Knowledgeable docents will conduct tours on the Potomac and throughout the USS Hornet. They will share stories and history of these major National Historic Landmarks. Hot lunch will be served in the Ward Room prior to re-boarding the Potomac and returning to Jack London Square.
The Potomac departs at 10AM from Jack London Square and returns at 2:30PM. Price per person is $85, which includes transportation aboard the USS Potomac, admission and tours of the USS Hornet and lunch. Space is limited. For reservations call (510) 627-1215 or visit www.usspotomac.org.
Proceeds from A Cruise into History benefit The Potomac Association and the USS Hornet Association.
Both are 501-c- 3 non-profit organizations.
