USS JFK Carrier Project in RI
RI Aviation Hall of Fame
Rhode Island Aviation Hall of Fame's USS John F. Kennedy Aircraft Carrier Project
Rhode Island Aviation Hall of Fame, Inc., (RIAHOF), plans to develop a world-class, financially self-sufficient family attraction, education and job training center, museum and memorial on the
Aquidneck Island (Newport) side of Rhode Island’s beautiful Narragansett Bay, featuring the retired aircraft carrier John F Kennedy as the centerpiece.
To be successful in today's environment,we know we must offer something exciting and dynamic; an attraction that will appeal to everyone - not just veterans and military buffs. This venue must draw younger generations, women, children and minority groups. And it must draw them more than once.
Look through our site to discover some of the reasons we think this project is perfect for Rhode Island, including the overall vision of the park,why there is magic in the name "John F. Kennedy" in Southern New England,RI Aviation Hall of Fame's eleven years of experience, our leadership team, and established local political and financial support.
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RI Senator Jack Reed (L), North Kingstown Councilman Mike Bestwick, and long-time project volunteer John Gibbons (R) discuss project updates at the recent inauguration of new MBTA / AMTRAK commuter rail service in Wickford, RI
April 23, 2012
Project Volunteers Discuss Project with Local Politicians
While attending inaugural service of the commuter rail to the local station in Wickford, RI, long-time project volunteer John Gibbons managed to update Senator Jack Reed and North Kingstown Town Councilman Mike Bestwick on our progress regarding discussion of securing a location for the USS John F. Kennedy in or around Newport, RI.
As John puts it, "Always the missionary." Thanks John!
April 21, 2012
Project HQ Utilized by Local Groups
As part of its ongoing efforts to connect with local organizations, we are proud to announce that we share our 6,000 square-foot North Kingstown, RI headquarters with a number of local organizations so they may have their monthly meetings, including:
- The American Legion Post #12 (3rd Tues. of every month)
- US Submarine Vets of Rhode Island (3rd Thurs. of every month)
- Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) (1st Tues. of every month)
And don't forget our very own volunteer meeting, held on the third Tuesday of every month!
R.I.P. Jean Cartier; March 13, 2012
March 19 , 2012
Newport St. Patrick's Day Parade a Fun Time for All!
The gang of the USS JFK Project for RI got to attend one of their favorite events, the Newport St. Patrick's Day Parade!
Always a huge turnout, the the project brought our scale model of the USS John F. Kennedy to the procession!
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February 6, 2012
9th Annual RI Aviation Hall of Fame Dinner A Resounding Success!
Thank you to all of the honorees and their families, as well as participants in this year's sold out event. Pictures will be available soon!
Rhode Island Aviation Hall of Fame, Inc. is a tax-exempt 501 (c) (3) organization, recognized by the IRS. As such, all donations are tax-deductible.
