After nearly 30 years, the historic -- and long-rusting -- SS United States departed Philadelphia on Wednesday, Feb. 19, 2025. It's embarking on a journey to the coast of Florida, where it will be sunk and eventually turned into an artificial reef.

After a few recent delays, the former cruise liner departed at low tide for the Delaware River -- around 12:51 p.m. -- and is headed south to Mobile, Alabama.

CLICK HERE to watch NBC 10’s coverage of the SS United States’ departure from Philadelphia.