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Building the National Coast Guard Museum

Opening in 2026: A Museum to Honor, Engage, Educate, and Inspire.

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Plankowner Program

JOIN. UPGRADE. SUPPORT.

The National Coast Guard Museum Association honors the 210′ Reliance-Class cutters, a venerable platform for the modern U.S. Coast Guard’s fleet, which is celebrating 60 years of service. To get your coin, become a plankowner or upgrade your current plankowner gift.

The National Coast Guard Museum Association understands the value of museums and the purpose they serve in society. Our mission is to support the creation, sustainability, and growth of the National Coast Guard Museum.

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Our Vision

  • Create a home for the Coast Guard community and a Museum for the entire Coast Guard workforce
  • Create a valuable resource to stimulate science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) learning
  • Honor those who have served and inspire generations to come

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In the News
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USCGC Barque EAGLE

Watch this video to gain insight into the Barque EAGLE’s illustrious past and also understand why it’s such a critical asset for the National Coast Guard Museum!

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Summer Issue of Long Blue Line

From an in-depth look at the power of the USCG Philanthropy Network to a meeting the newest Coast Guard Astronaut, this issue of the Long Blue Line is packed with interesting stories, personal accounts, as well as Museum updates and USCG retirement resources.

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Watch CAPT. Wes Pulver, USCG (Ret.) give an update on WFSB CT ’24 about the progress of the National Coast Guard Museum! 

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In Our Father’s Honor – A Gift to Build the National Coast Guard Museum

Sue Curtin, Chair of the National Coast Guard Museum Association, honors her father JD Power III, with the Power Family Challenge Gift to fund and build the National Coast Guard Museum in New London, CT.

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CAPT Wes Pulver USCG Ret discusses the importance and value of building the National Coast Guard Museum

CAPT Wes Pulver, USCG (Ret.) discusses the importance and value of building the National Coast Guard Museum

The Museum, located in New London, Connecticut, will be the home of the United States Coast Guard and serve as a place to honor and remember all who have served our country.

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