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December 17, 2017

Showcasing our treasures

“It dawned on me that, when I was a kid, I wanted to explore things that were off-limits to me,” Lanz said. “All these things the Navy is going to scrap, let’s repurpose it to create a tourist destination.”

December 13, 2017

SeaWolf Brewery Special Hops IPA Release PArty

Navyseum - Active Exploration Centers will be attending Seawolf Brewery's Release Party for their Special Hops IPA on Thursday, December 28th in Annapolis, Maryland.

We are looking forward to the beer, Seawolf gear and watching the Military Bowl with the entire Seawolf Brew crew. Navyseum - AEC at Great Lakes/North Chicago is excited about being the home of Seawolf Brewery's planned Midwest production center.

Jacksonville.com
December 8, 2017

Frank Denton: Learning how to make downtown vibrant

I’ll try to pique your interest with an exploration of museums that we have, soon will have or should have. Ever heard of a Navyseum?

Attractions Management
December 5, 2017

US$43M NAVAL ATTRACTION PROPOSED FOR CHICAGO

Themed experience zones are connected using bridges, tubes, slides, overlook decks, and openings to offer a fun, immersive experience for visitors, allowing them to live a life in the day of a crew member. 

Clad News
December 5, 2017

US$43m Naval attraction proposed for Chicago

Decommissioned Navy equipment could soon be used to create a family-friendly centre dedicated to maritime life after plans were submitted to develop a US$43m (€36.3m, £32m) attraction in Chicago, Illinois.

Rare Chicago
December 4, 2017

$43 million Navyseum to open in North Chicago in 2019

The Navyseum, which is expected to open in 2019, would be “the first-of-its-kind family attraction,” Barrera said.

Blooloop
December 1, 2017

Interactive $43m ‘Navyseum’ proposed for North Chicago

Chicago-based developer, Robert Lanz, described it as a ‘sailor for a day’ attraction and said plans also include indoor skydiving, restaurants and a craft brewery.

TimeOut Chicago
December 1, 2017

Navyseum could bring a giant interactive collection of naval equipment to North Chicago

Want to be a sailor for a day? In 2019, Chicagoans will be able to visit the Navyseum—a giant attraction made up of decommissioned naval equipment.

Chicago Tribune
November 29, 2017

Developer pitches $43 million 'Navyseum' attraction for North Chicago

A new Navy-related 130,000-square-foot complex — described as an interactive "sailor for a day" attraction — is in the works in North Chicago, officials said.