Women Protecting US is a new exhibit at Battleship Cove that presents a view of women in wartime. Our purpose is to highlight women's contributions in history, and create a place of honor as a memorial to their service. Women Protecting US is located onboard the USS Massachusetts, a World War II battleship and site of the official veterans' memorial for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.* A 1,500 sq ft compartment is being prepared to contain the exhibit and memorial space. The exhibit will open in March 2008.

Women made important contributions in science, math, medicine, engineering technology and industry during World War II. The exhibit will provide an overview to topics and include points for advanced research. The Museum will also reach out to groups such as women veterans' organizations, and women's studies departments, by developing programs and seminar events that support the unique roles of women in the military.

The issues and decisions that create world conflicts are out of the control of the individual, but the effects of war leave a lasting impression on the soul of the individual. Women Protecting US will be a destination for women veterans and their families. It will encourage women to share stories of their personal experiences and special place in history.


*Battleship Cove is a nonprofit maritime heritage museum that preserves the Commonwealth of Massachusetts' official memorials for its citizens killed in World War II, the Korean, Vietnam, and Persian Gulf Wars, and the 9/11/01 attack on America.