Ever since she first set sail in 1952, America's Flagship has captured the imagination of people across the globe. She has inspired countless works of art, from beautiful portraits and stirring songs to stunning, incredibly realistic models. For other creative individuals, she's provided a jumping-off point for inventive and imaginative pieces. Thomas Fritze, an SS United States enthusiast from Munich, Germany, has reimagined the vessel as an aircraft carrier named "SS 1 - Su

Over the last few months, we've shared stories of creative people of all stripes who have been inspired by the SS United States — from authors and composers to model makers. Though their medium of choice may have been different, all of them were absolutely taken with this soaring symbol of American imagination, dedication, and perseverance. Today, we're excited to share with you some of the truly breathtaking paintings that have been shared with (or donated to) the Conservanc

Ever since she was first constructed, the SS United States has been admired for her beauty. From passengers and crew to maritime enthusiasts and beyond, people from all walks of life have been taken with her graceful lines, distinctive shape, and patriotic red, white, and blue funnels. Of course, all these features were not only pleasing to eye, but also crucial to the ship’s design — allowing America’s Flagship to transport thousands of passengers across the Atlantic Ocean f