USS KIDD Veterans Museum

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305 River Rd S
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
+1 (225) 342-1942
http://www.usskidd.com

Explore the USS KIDD Veterans Museum in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, featuring the historic Fletcher-class destroyer USS KIDD (DD-661) and the Louisiana Veterans Museum. Discover the rich maritime heritage and honor the brave men and women who served in the military.

While the ship is temporarily away for overhaul, visitors can still enjoy the museum exhibits and archives, as well as virtual ship tours. Learn about the ship's history, meet the individuals behind its legacy, and delve into veteran recollections that offer poignant insights into military service.

Support the museum's mission through memberships, sponsorships, volunteer opportunities, and contributions that help preserve history and provide educational programs for both civilians and veterans. Plan your visit to this unique and memorable destination for patriotic celebrations, re-enlistment ceremonies, group tours, and more.

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Andi F.
8/19/2023

This museum and ship are amazing! Reasonable admission price. Limited parking in front, the nearest lot is more than a block away. The ship is dry docked, but the walkway to it is paved and not...

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Kathy B.
2/28/2024

There is a whole Museum to explore before boarding the ship itself. Lots of replicas and great stories to read. The ship itself is extremely well laid out and marked for a self guided pamphlet...

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Brandon S.
8/16/2023

Awesome museum in the shores of the Mississippi! Really awesome museum and attached tour of the USS Kidd. The ship tour is the highlight of the museum and really illustrate how difficult life on a...

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Robert H.
6/19/2024

I got to stay onboard overnight, many years ago with my old Boy Scout troop. Definitely an amazing experience.

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Vivian L.
6/22/2022

Visitors Beware: if you park in front of the museum, you better teleport into the museum. Otherwise, an old supervisor man named Todd will come running outside screaming at you "YOU CAN'T PARK...

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