November 2024 - Philadelphia Supporters Cruise

Conservancy supporters, former SS United States passengers and crew members, local artists, and fans of the Big U gathered in November for a poignant cruise along the Delaware River to commemorate America's Flagship and her time in Philadelphia. United by a passion for the historic ocean liner, over 100 supporters joined Conservancy Board members, chapter chairs, volunteers, and staff to share memories and their deep connections to the Big U. 

Conservancy videographer Bill Magee was on hand to capture the event and the moving reflections offered by attendees. CLICK HERE to watch a video recap of the cruise. CLICK HERE to see photos of the gathering courtesy of longtime Conservancy photographer Kyle Ober, as well as images shared by others in attendance. 

Local media also joined the cruise, sharing inspirational sentiments from those paying tribute to the SS United States and her connection to the City of Brotherly Love. Billy Penn at WHYY, CBS 3, and The Philadelphia Inquirer all captured stunning visuals and evocative recollections while supporters enjoyed the remarkable views of America's Flagship. The Conservancy is deeply grateful to City Cruises Philadelphia for supporting this special gathering.

SS United States at Pier 82 as seen from the Delaware River

(Courtesy of Kyle Ober)

Supporters board the Spirit of Philadelphia for a Tribute Cruise to the SS United States

(Courtesy of Ted Piccone)

Philadelphia artists Louis Laffferty, Kelly Micca, and Jesse Arbor.

(Courtesy of Ted Piccone)

Local artists' tributes to the SS United States

(Courtesy of Ted Piccone)

Conservancy Board Member Warren Jones and Philadelphia artist Kelly Micca

(Courtesy of Kyle Ober)

Supporters with Conservancy President Susan Gibbs

(Courtesy of Ted Piccone)

Conservancy President Susan Gibbs and a SSUSC Supporter

(Courtesy of Ted Piccone)

Author and Hampton Roads Chapter Co-Chair Stanton Daywalt and Preservation Crew member Julie Mulcahy

(Courtesy of Ted Piccone)

Conservancy President Susan Gibbs

(Courtesy of Kyle Ober)

Conservancy Board Member David Lawrence

(Courtesy of Kyle Ober)

Conservancy Board of Directors Secretary Bill Myhree

(Courtesy of Kyle Ober)

Conservancy Administrative & Program Associate Judith Axler

(Courtesy of Kyle Ober)

SS United States Super Fan Antonio Ellis

(Courtesy of Kyle Ober)

Conservancy Board Member Charles Anderson

(Courtesy of Kyle Ober)

Former SS United States passenger Linda Silva

(Courtesy of Kyle Ober)

Former SS United States Crewmember William Witterschein

(Courtesy of Kyle Ober)

Former SS United States Ship Surgeon Dr. Harold Goldfarb

(Courtesy of Kyle Ober)

Atlantic Logistics President Nick Manzi

(Courtesy of Kyle Ober)

SS United States Conservancy Board Member Warren Jones

(Courtesy of Kyle Ober)

Author and Hampton Roads Chapter Co-Chair Stanton Daywalt

(Courtesy of Kyle Ober)

Supporters view the SS United States from the Delaware River

(Courtesy of Kyle Ober)

Supporters view the SS United States at Pier 82

(Courtesy of Kyle Ober)

Supporters view the SS United States at Pier 82

(Courtesy of Kyle Ober)

Supporters view the SS United States at Pier 82

(Courtesy of Ted Piccone)

Supporters view the SS United States at Pier 82

(Courtesy of Kyle Ober)

Supporters take pictures in front of the SS United States at Pier 82

(Courtesy of Kyle Ober)

Supporters take pictures of the SS United States from the Delaware River

(Courtesy of Kyle Ober)

Aboard the Spirit of Philadelphia, Supporters view the SS United States from the Delaware River

(Courtesy of Kyle Ober)

Supporters gather aboard the Spirit of Philadelphia for a special SS United States tribute cruise

(Courtesy of Kyle Ober)

Supporters aboard the Spirit of Philadelphia

(Courtesy of Kyle Ober)

Supporters speak with Conservancy President Susan Gibbs

(Courtesy of Kyle Ober)

Supporters share stories about the SS United States during the tribute cruise

(Courtesy of Kyle Ober)