OLD COAST GUARD STATION

VIRGINIA BEACH, VA

The Old Coast Guard Station is a historical landmark located in Virginia Beach, Virginia. It was originally built in 1903 as a lifesaving station to rescue sailors and passengers who were in distress in the Atlantic Ocean. The station was operated by the United States Coast Guard until 1969 when it was decommissioned and turned into a museum.

Today, the Old Coast Guard Station is a popular tourist attraction that showcases the history and importance of the Coast Guard in Virginia Beach. The museum features exhibits that highlight the station's rescue missions and the equipment used by the Coast Guard, including surf boats and rescue buoys.

Visitors can also learn about the local maritime history and the role of the Coast Guard in protecting the coastline from smuggling and piracy. The museum houses a collection of photographs, artifacts, and documents related to the Coast Guard and the history of Virginia Beach.

The Old Coast Guard Station is located on the boardwalk and offers stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean. It is open to the public year-round and hosts educational programs and events for visitors of all ages.

OLD COAST GUARD STATION is a Uncategorized or General Museum in VIRGINIA BEACH VA. US MID #8405100070

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Southeastern (Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia).

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• telephone: 7574221587
• website: http://www.oldcoastguardstation.com

OLD COAST GUARD STATION
2400 ATLANTIC AVE
VIRGINIA BEACH
VA
23451

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