USS Slater DE766
Overview
USS Slater is a World War II destroyer escort restored to its 1945 configuration. Of 563 built during World War II, the SLATER is the only destroyer escort left afloat in the United States. After serving in both the Atlantic and Pacific Theaters, the ship was decommissioned and then, in 1951, given to Greece where she served the Hellenic Navy for 40 years. USS Slater is a National Historic Landmark. Guided tours available April through November, Wednesday through Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Located on the Hudson River near the intersection of Broadway & Quay Street, Albany, NY 12202. 518-431-1943. www.ussslater.org.
Amenities
- Guided Tours
- Open April
- Open August
- Open July
- Open June
- Open May
- Open November
- Open October
- Open September
- Public Restroom
Map
Admission
$8 adults; $7 seniors; $6 children 6-14 yrs
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