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Become an Honorary "Crew Member" for the Night Print  

Spend the night aboard one of GLNMM's historic vessels and watch history come alive. Walk the decks, take command of the bridge, eat in the galley, and sleep in the berths where brave men once served our country. Truly an unforgettable experience for any group, the overnight encampment program is well suited for scouting and youth groups as well as family or adult-only events. 

 

Our aim is to make your overnight stay at GLNMM an unforgettable experience. We strive to preserve, protect, and operate the historical vessels, USS SILVERSIDES and USCGC McLANE. Our goal is also to educate visitors on the past, present, and future of waterway travel on the Great Lakes and other waters of the world. We are happy to have you come aboard and hope to make our World War II submarine and Coast Guard Cutter come alive for you. We hope you will leave with a renewed appreciation for those who served our country in the past as well as those who continue to serve our country today.

 

Hurry! This popular program books quickly! Call today to schedule your overnight! 

We are currently booking overnight programs for 2009 and 2010.

Call Monday through Friday, 10am-5pm, (231) 755-1230 ext. 226.
Overnight Encampment Pricing Print  

 

Day of Week/ Year

2009

2010

Weekdays:  Monday - Thursday

$25.00

$26.00

Weekends: Friday – Sunday

$29.00

$30.00
 

Pricing is per person.
More Information Print  

For more information on camp site and group requirements, see the Overnight Encampment Basics page.


For more information on rules and timelines, see the Overnight Rules and Timeline page.


For more information on meal planning at GLNMM, see the Down the Hatch Menu page.
How to Book an Overnight Print  
  • To make a reservation or to inquire about date availability, call (231) 755-1230 between the hours of 10 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.
  • Please note that availability changes on a daily basis.
  • A $200.00 non-refundable, non-transferable deposit is due within 10 days of booking your reservation. VISA, MASTERCARD and DISCOVER are accepted or you can send a check or money order.
  • The total number of persons in your group is to be confirmed 90 days prior to your overnight stay; the final deposit is also due at this time.  There are no refunds for "no shows."
  • The final deposit is comprised of the number of overnight visitors times the individual rate less the $200.00 deposit.
  • GLNMM reserves the right to reschedule your overnight stay if the total amount due is not received 90 days prior to your chosen date.

  • Please note that Overnight Encampments are available any night with the exception of the following:

    • New Year's Eve and New Year's Day
    • Easter eve and Easter day
    • Independence Day
    • Thanksgiving eve, Thanksgiving day
    • Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day
Sleeping Quarters Print  

 

 

Compartments/Berths

USS SILVERSIDES

USCGC McLANE

Sleeps 72 (79 with cots)

Sleeps 38 (46 with cots)

Forward Torpedo

13

Forward (V-Room)

4

Officers’ Country

12

Crew’s Quarters

28

Crews Quarters

33

Engineers’ Quarters

2

After Torpedo

14

Officers Country

4

 Both SILVERSIDES and McLANE can accommodate up to eight additional cots for larger groups. Please inform Denise Herzhaft, your Overnight Coordinator, prior to your arrival if you plan to bring more guests than you originally reserved.  We will do our best to accommodate your group; however, if you arrive with less guests than your reservation states, you are still required to pay for the number of berths for which you reserved. 

Your Overnight Coordinator will assign the designated sleeping area(s) and we will inform groups when they arrive at check-in. The Overnight Coordinator will do her best to accommodate group requests, but must assign quarters to best accommodate all groups.

There must be at least one adult in each compartment where children are sleeping. If you have special requirements or a medical condition for any member of your group, please inform your Overnight Coordinator prior to your stay.

 

 

American Girl

Mom & Me Tea Party

Fundraiser for the Endowment Fund (Education Program)

December 12th from 11 am - 2 pm

 

Join us for a Victorian Era Tea Party with your Grandma, Mom, Tea Cup, & American Girl Doll at:

Great Lakes Naval Memorial And Museum

1346 Bluff * Muskegon, Michigan 49441

Tickets $15 reserved or $20 at the door

per person (including adults)

 RSVP:

Please call Molly at 231.755.1230, extention 232

Payment (credit card reserves, but you can pay at the event with check or cash)

All tickets not canceled by December 10th will be charged.

 Included with ticket purchase:

Entry into a Victorian Era

Scones, Tea Sandwiches, & Sugar Cakes

Tea Etiquette, Cookie Decorating, Victorian Scavenger Hunt, Dress Up Games, Prizes, and an American Girl Movie!

Bring:

Grandma, Mom, Doll (does not have to be an American Girl brand), and tea cup!

 

Raffle tickets will be sold for $1 each

until 2:00 pm on December 12th for the drawing

For A Retired "Samantha" American Girl Doll

No need to be present to win.  The more tickets you buy, the better the chance you have to win a Great Christmas Gift for that special girl!  Valued at $170

Door Prizes

Each ticket will be entered for a chance at one of the great door prizes!

Calling all Princesses, Pop-up Party Centerpiece

Donated by Beeyond Paper, Ada, Michigan * $40 Value

*

Calling all Princesses, 24 cupcake cases & 24 princess toppers

Donated by Beeyond Paper, Ada, Michigan * $20 Value

*

Stephen Joseph Ladybug Backpack

Donated by The Busy Bees Trading Co, Ada, Michigan * $22 Value

*

Purple Tut for your doll with matching girl's headband and barrette

Donated by Village Kids, Ada, Michigan * $20 Value

*

My Doll & Me Jewelry

Donated by Aberdeen's, Grand Haven, Michigan

*

Lady Jayne, Ltd. Rose Covered sticky pad and matching pen set

Donated by The Paper Place, Grand Haven, Michigan

*

Earthly Kneads Gift Certificate

Yummy Breads & Teas! Muskegon, Michigan

*

The Cheese Lady Gift Certificate

Muskegon, Michigan

*

Lake Michigan Mist Soy Candle

Donated by Great Lakes Soybean Candles, North Muskegon, Michigan

*

Butterfly Net and Bug Hut

Donated by The Bird House, North Muskegon, Michigan

 

 

 

 

 

 

 
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