One of the few remaining LST's (Landing Ship Tank) in the country, LST 393 is currently undergoing an extensive renovation so that her history and those who served aboard this gallant ship may be preserved and shared with generations to come. USS LST 393 was commissioned on December 11, 1942. She participated in three invasions in the Atlantic and Mediterranean and made 75 voyages to foreign shores. She carried more than 9,000 personnel along with 3,200 vehicles. The LST 393 won 3 Battle Stars and was awarded Service Medals. The LST 393 is an important vessel and a memorial to the men who sacrificed so much in defense of our country.
You can rent the LST 393 for youth sleepovers, private parties, fundraisers or special events. The ship also will offer movies on deck on Friday nights during the summer.
The deck opens at 7:00 p.m. with the movie starting at dusk. Movies are free, but good will donations are appreciated. Bring your own chair and/or blanket and coolers are acceptable. Movies are shown rain or shine. In inclement weather, movies are shown below deck. Concession items are available for purchase.
Open for Tours :
Seven days a Week
10:00 a.m.to 5:00 p.m.
May through September
For rates and directions visit their web site or call (231) 730-1477.
Movies on Deck Schedule - 2010
June 4 - "Action in the North Atlantic" starring Humphrey Bogart
June 11 - "Anchors Aweigh" starring Frank Sinatra and Gene Kelly
June 18 - "The Longest Day" starring John Wayne
July 9 - "In the Navy" starring Abbott & Costello
July 16 - "Raiders of the Lost Arc" starring Harrison
July 23 - "Steamboat Bill" starring Buster Keaton
July 30 - "The Maltese Falcon" starring Humphrey Bogart
August 20 - "Jaws" - All time number one thriller!
August 21 - People's Choice (vote at each movie for your choice)
www.lst393.org
- LST 393 
