The USS Arizona Memorial is now fully open following the completion of preservation work

Pearl Harbor Resource Center

Pearl Harbor Expert Info

Our team draws upon their expertise in history and tourism while researching and sharing the details surrounding the Pearl Harbor event. The following blog articles present the facts surrounding the Pearl Harbor attack with a high level of historical accuracy. We strive to keep you informed of Pearl Harbor news, historical details, stories from survivors, and more.
Find A Tour

Ships of Pearl Harbor: USS USS Macdonough

April 23, 2019 ·  
The keel of the destroyer that would become known as USS Macdonough (DD-351) was laid down at the Boston Navy Yard in May of 1933, eight years before the outbreak of World War II in the Pacific. Construction on the new Farragut-class destroyer was completed in August of the following year, and she was commissioned into […]
Read More

What Does it Mean When a Ship is Listing?

April 19, 2019 ·  
Understanding the events of December 7, 1941 doesn’t require you to be an expert in naval or technical terminology. The memorials, museums, and other attractions provide a historical overview of the attack on Pearl Harbor, and the things you need to know, such as the names and fates of the many ships that were there […]
Read More

Hands-On with History

April 18, 2019 ·  
We all absorb information in different ways. Some can read through pages of textbooks and come away with a wealth of new knowledge. Others may require visual or audio aids. Then there are those who respond best to interactive exhibits and displays. The ability to get hands-on with history is an effective means of becoming […]
Read More

Wreckage of USS Wasp Located

April 16, 2019 ·  
In the month of February, 2019 alone, the expedition organized by the late Microsoft co-founder Paul Allen found the wreckage of three World War II warships at the bottom of the Pacific ocean. In 2018, they had found more than half-a-dozen, while 2017 proved fruitful with five discoveries. In mid-March, 2019, Research Vessel Petrel added yet another […]
Read More

Is Pearl Harbor Worth a Repeat Visit?

April 12, 2019 ·  
There are many places around the world that honestly aren’t worth putting the time, money, and effort into seeing more than one time. Then there are those that absolutely warrant a second, third, or fourth visit. If you’ve already been to Pearl Harbor, you may be asking yourself whether it’s worth visiting again. You’ve paid […]
Read More

Restoring the Battleship Row Mooring Quays

April 11, 2019 ·  
When the World War II Valor in the Pacific National Monument was created in 2008, it included an often overlooked, albeit hard to miss, piece of Pearl Harbor history. Located along the southeast side of Ford Island in what was known as Battleship Row sit three concrete structures known as mooring quays. Designated as Mooring […]
Read More

Pearl Harbor Welcomes USS Zumwalt

April 08, 2019 ·  
More than 77 years ago, the American naval base at Pearl Harbor was the site of a devastating surprise attack that launched the United States into World War II. In the years since, parts of Pearl Harbor have been dedicated as a national memorial while the rest has remained an active naval base. Pearl Harbor […]
Read More

The Heroism of YG-17 at Pearl Harbor

April 04, 2019 ·  
Naval ship categories often have names that sound important to wartime efforts. Destroyers, aircraft carriers, battleships, minelayers – they’re all very clearly involved in some form of naval combat. Some, however, aren't so obvious. What, for example, are garbage lighters, and how could they render assistance during a devastating attack such as that which was […]
Read More

George Murray Turns 100

April 04, 2019 ·  
On March 31, 2019, George Murray, a survivor of the attack on Pearl Harbor, celebrated his 100th birthday surrounded by his wife of 72 years, four daughters, 10 grandchildren, and other relatives for a private celebration of the milestone. The Fort Worth resident was 22 years old when he was thrust into the chaos of […]
Read More

Pearl Harbor Tours from the Neighbor Islands

April 02, 2019 ·  
If you’re staying on Maui, Kauai, or the Big Island of Hawaii, you may be wondering whether you'll be able to fit a visit to Pearl Harbor into your vacation. The answer is yes, but before you jump headfirst into booking a flight to Oahu for your Pearl Harbor tour, take a look at the […]
Read More
1 … 10 11 12 13 14 … 311

Find a Tour

Popular

Official Passport to Pearl Harbor

Self-Paced Tour

6-8 hours (approx.)
From $99.99
Popular

The Complete Pearl Harbor Tour from Waikiki

Scheduled Tour

10 hours (approx.)
From $199

Get Your Free Oʻahu Visitor’s Guide

Packed with insider tips, must-see sights, and exclusive discounts. Start planning your Oʻahu vacation now.

pearlharbor.org is a non-government site that provides information and assistance to those interested in visiting Pearl Harbor. It is operated by Mauka Tours, LLC a licensed Tour Agency in Hawaii. 
© 2026 Mauka Tours LLC. All Rights Reserved.
Terms of UsePrivacy Policy
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.