
OFFICIAL LEGACY SITE: ENDORSED BY USS INDIANAPOLIS SURVIVORS, FAMILIES OF LOST AT SEA & RESCUE CREW MEMBERS
78th ANNIVERSARY USS INDIANAPOLIS REUNION
July 6-9, 2023
Mare Island, California
(and surrounding areas)
"The Last Liberty"
You’re Invited!
Save the Date!
What:
When
Where
A celebration of the last liberty enjoyed by the crew of USS Indianapolis CA-35 in Mare Island, California
Thursday, July 6 to Sunday, July 9, 2023
Mare Island, Benicia, & Vallejo, CA
Mare Island event schedule (COMING SOON)
REGISTRATION IS NOT YET OPEN
For inquiries about last minute availability, please email us admin@ussindianapolis.com
All are welcome…
Bring the family! Activities for all ages!
An educational opportunity you won’t want to miss!
Legacy Organization Board of Officers
(2022-23)
Chairperson – CAPT William Toti, USN (Ret)
Vice Chairperson – Janice Olson
Treasurer – Jennifer Brunson
Secretary – Karen Thelen Corby
Please direct your questions
to the Reunion Co-chairs at admin@ussindianapolis.com
with the subject line
“REUNION”
2023 Reunion Highlights Include:
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Tour of the Mare Island shipyard where USS Indianapolis underwent refit prior to her last transit
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Possible tour of Nimitz House on Treasure Island
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Possible side excursion to Napa Valley wine country
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Educational offerings for all ages
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USS Indy merchandise store
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Lots of opportunities to reconnect with each other and build new friendships!
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Plus, free time for exploring Northern California's unique opportunities in a group or on your own
REGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT IS NOT YET OPEN
A Note About the Registration Fees
The registration fee includes scheduled reunion programs. All participants must register and pay in advance.
Please note that hotel reservations are separate from event registration, and are the attendee's responsibility.
Remember that our theme for this reunion is “The Last Liberty,” in honor of the fact our brave crew spent their last liberty in this area before the ship departed for its last, fateful voyage. Our agenda for the reunion is still evolving and will be shared at a later date, but it will include a tour of the former Mare Island Naval Shipyard from which the Indy departed for that last voyage.
CONVENIENT HOTELS – AFFORDABLE RATES
We have reserved room blocks in Benicia with two hotel chains: the Holiday Inn Express and the Best Western, both near our venues for the reunion. Booking arrangements can be made as follows:
1. Holiday Inn Express is located at 1375 East 5th Street, Benicia, CA (this room block expires May 22, 2023). CLICK HERE to book a room online, or call directly to the hotel at 707-297-6873 to book. This hotel is located within walking distance of downtown Benicia, where you will find many excellent restaurants and shops.
2. Best Western Plus is located at 1955 E. 2nd Street, Benicia 94510 (this room block expires June 6, 2023). CLICK HERE to book a room online, or call directly to the hotel at 707-746-0401 to book. Note that this hotel is bigger than the Holiday Inn and has a pool, so it will likely be the better option for those attending with kids (or adults who like to swim).
For Those Coming by Air
Benicia & Mare Island are located about 50 miles from the major airports in San Francisco and Oakland, California. However, for many, Sacramento International Airport is preferred because it is simply easier and safer to get in and out of from an on-ground transportation viewpoint. There are several transportation options from the airport, including rental car, private shuttle, group shuttle and public transportation. A list of options will be posted on our website for you to consider and contact directly to meet your needs.
ONCE THE HOTEL BLOCKS EXPIRE, THE HOTELS WILL OPEN RESERVATIONS TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC.
MISSING THESE DEADLINES MAY CAUSE DIFFICULTY IN FINDING ACCOMMODATIONS.