Finding Titanic:
The Secret Mission

Join the legendary marine geologist, oceanographer, and deep-sea explorer Dr. Robert Ballard on the top-secret mission that led to the discovery of the world’s most famous shipwreck, the RMS Titanic.

Experience the secret mission’s tension, excitement, and challenges with immersive media and interactive elements.

Highlights:

• Mission:
  Learn about Ballard’s secret mission to document two sunken Cold War nuclear submarines and pivotal moments in Cold War history.
• Cover Story: Titanic:
  Explore how Ballard used the cover story of searching for the Titanic’s wreckage to secretly document submarine wreck sites.
• Documenting the Submarines:
  Experience the palpable tension Ballard encountered while swiftly and covertly documenting the USS Scorpion and USS Thresher submarines.
• Finding Titanic:
  Discover how Ballard utilized his oceanography expertise and the USS Scorpion’s findings to locate the wreckage of the Titanic. Through his account, relive the excitement of the historic moment.

This exhibition is currently in development and is subject to change.