Your purchase supports ongoing operations and maintenance of Battleship NORTH CAROLINA and makes a difference in keeping the Showboat shipshape. The Battleship is self-supporting. No local, state or federal tax dollars support its operation or administration. It relies on admissions, sales, rentals, investments and donations.
Battle★Star Knives
Steel recovered from the Battleship NORTH CAROLINA’s hull restoration has been transformed into artistically beautiful objects, built for functional use or display. The Kill Devil Hills K-Bar and Outer Banks Oyster Shucker are current highlights from the collection.
Own a piece of American history, a legacy for future generations. Explore the online store to learn more.
Battle★Star Collection
Each steel piece in the Battle★Star Collection comes from the hull of Battleship NORTH CAROLINA and the material has not been altered in any way.
Ideal for display on a mantle, bookcase or desk, each item comes with a Certificate of Authenticity or attached plaque. Explore the online store to learn more.
Ship’s Store
The Ship’s Store in the visitor center offers a variety of products to remember your experience of the Battleship NORTH CAROLINA.
Come by the Store while the Battleship is open — every day of the year — or call 910-399-9163 to place an order today.
Shop with the Friends
Friends Teamwear
If a shirt or jacket is on someone’s wishlist, take a look at the Friends of the Battleship North Carolina teamwear now available at the Friends Teamwear Store. Profits from the purchase of Friends Teamwear goes to support Battleship North Carolina.
AmazonSmile
If you do shopping at Amazon.com, consider designating Friends of the Battleship North Carolina as the charitable organization to receive donations through AmazonSmile. For all eligible purchases, AmazonSmile will donate 0.5% of your purchases to the Friends. It’s easy to sign up.
Friends memberships
Instead of another tie, sweater, or scarf, why not give the gift of an experience? A membership to the Friends of the Battleship North Carolina provides your Showboat enthusiast unlimited access to the Battleship, tickets to the Fourth of July Fireworks Extravaganza, as well as discounts on tours, ship programs, and at the Battleship North Carolina Ship’s Store.
Donate to the Battleship
Your generosity makes a difference in keeping the Showboat shipshape. The Battleship NORTH CAROLINA is a testimonial to those who continue to give their lives in support of our freedom today. Your contribution can actively support this treasured monument as a powerful place to share our history and introduce the call to duty – to teach, to learn, and to serve.