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The mission of the San Francisco Maritime National Park Association is to bring maritime history to life, through education and preservation. The Association has deep roots in San Francisco and has contributed much to the appreciation of the important role that the maritime world has played in the history and development of the Bay Area. Established in 1950 as the San Francisco Maritime Museum Association by a group of prominent civic leaders and private citizens, the Association is today the principal cooperating partner to the National Park Service’s unique San Francisco Maritime National Historical Park (the “Maritime Park”).

Apart from its close relationship with the Maritime Park, the Association is also solely responsible for the stewardship and preservation of the National Historic Landmark WWII submarine, the USS Pampanito, berthed at Pier 45 in San Francisco. This meticulously restored boat serves as a museum and a public memorial to those who have served in the U. S. Navy’s “silent service.”

In its current roles, the Association conducts maritime educational programs for thousands of school-age youth from all over Northern California. It also works closely with the Maritime Park to achieve its preservation and interpretation objectives, by providing financial support, increasing public awareness and developing membership programs and events. Employing a staff of just under 50 people, the Association operates with an annual budget of about $2 million.