Destroyer Escort Historical Museum
During World War II, 563 Destroyer Escorts battled Nazi U-boats on the Atlantic protecting convoys of men and material. In the Pacific they stood in line to defend naval task forces from Japanese submarines and Kamikaze air attacks. Today, only one of these ships remains afloat in the United States, the USS SLATER.
Moored on the Hudson River in Albany, New York, the USS SLATER has undergone an extensive restoration that has returned the ship to her former glory. The museum offers one hour guided tours, youth group overnight camping, and a historic location to hold naval reunions.
Learn more about the Destroyer Escort Historical Museum’s Team.
USS SLATER is open for her 29th season in Albany!
We have a free parking lot right next to the ship.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
20 June - Destroyer Escort Day Ceremony
21 June - Father’s Day - Dads get free admission!
30 June - Dazzle Camouflage Presentation - Register Here
1 July - Saving SLATER Presentation at the Albany Public Library- Register
4 July - Open for Independence Day
11 July - Saving SLATER Presentation at Colonie Library - Register Here
14 July - The Capture of U-505 at Thrive 55+ Living Center - Groton, CT
15 July - How Do Ships Float Presentation at Valley Falls Library
25 July - Virtual Tour at Cohoes Public Library
1 August - Coast Guard Birthday Celebration - 10 AM
11 September - Patriot’s Day - First Responders Tour Free! - Use code 911
2 - 9 September - Fall Work Week - Ship is open for tours!
13 October - Navy Birthday Celebration - 10 AM
24 October - Philadelphia Experiment Presentation - 5 PM - Tickets
11 November - Veterans Day Ceremony - 9 AM
29 November - Last Day for Regular Tours
Membership
Help us preserve history and support our volunteers, become a member today!
Becoming a member of the Destroyer Escort Historical Museum is the most basic way you can support the restoration and educational programs aboard USS SLATER.
Members receive a subscription to our quarterly newsletter “Trim But Deadly,” an invite to special events we hold, and free admission to SLATER. If you include an email address we will also send you our monthly electronic newsletter, “Signals.”
Destroyer Escorts were built to escort convoys across the Atlantic Ocean and protect them from U-Boat attacks.
They stood in line in the Pacific Theater to protect shore bombardments from Kamikaze attacks.
DE’s, DER’s, and APD’s that survived World War II went on to serve in the Korean, Vietnam, and Cold Wars for the United States and several other navies around the world.
History
Education
Take a look at what we’ve been up to!
Ship’s Store
Get yourself some merchandise from our Ship’s Store! All profits go directly back to the restoration and preservation of USS SLATER.
We have hats, t-shirts, drinkware, magnets, challenge coins, coozies, plush bears, and toys.
Take a look at the promotions coming up!
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