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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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Year-End Matching Gift Challenge

 

Through December 31st, every dollar you give to the National Coast Guard Museum Association will be matched, dollar-for-dollar, up to $150,000, thanks to the Year-End Matching Gift Challenge from LTC Fredrick B. Seeger, USA (Ret.). Even better – make a gift of $60 or more and you’ll claim your exclusive Museum boat tote—to show the world that YOU are helping to build this National Museum.

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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Admiral James Loy’s Vision for the National Coast Guard Museum

Watch as Admiral James Loy, 21st Commandant of the U.S. Coast Guard, shares his vision 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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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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