The museum is built on the actual site of the Navy's first Frogman training base, established in 1943.
It houses the original MV Maersk Alabama lifeboat, famously used in the 2009 rescue of Captain Richard Phillips.
The outdoor grounds include a memorial wall listing the names of UDT/SEAL personnel killed in action.
The collection features an authentic Mk VIII Mod 1 Swimmer Delivery Vehicle used for covert underwater infiltration.
The museum displays artifacts from the WWII 'Naked Warriors' who cleared beach obstacles before D-Day.
Many of the volunteers and staff are former Navy SEALs and UDT operators who share first-hand accounts of service.
The site contains a section of the Berlin Wall, gifted to the museum to signify the role of special operations in the Cold War.
It is the only museum sanctioned by the U.S. Navy for the preservation of SEAL history.
The National Navy UDT-SEAL Museum is located on the original training grounds of the Navy’s elite Frogman teams in Fort Pierce, Florida. It is the only museum in the world dedicated exclusively to the history of the Navy SEALs and their predecessors, the Underwater Demolition Teams (UDT). The facility features an extensive outdoor collection of specialized military hardware, including submarines, boats, and aircraft used in clandestine operations. Indoor galleries house historical artifacts, weaponry, and personal equipment spanning from World War II to modern unconventional warfare. The site includes a memorial dedicated to SEALs who have lost their lives in the line of duty. Exhibits provide insight into the rigorous physical and mental selection process required to become a member of the Naval Special Warfare community. The museum serves as a repository for historical documents, photographs, and oral histories of veteran operators. Visitors can observe actual training equipment, such as stealth insertion craft and diving apparatuses. The museum maintains a partnership with the Naval Special Warfare community to ensure historical accuracy.
The deck of the rescue boat from the Maersk Alabama and the large outdoor collection of specialized stealth boats.
Allocate extra time to walk the outdoor military vehicle park, as it is extensive and requires time to appreciate.
Check the museum's calendar for annual Muster events, which often feature demonstrations by current or former operators.
Read the plaques near the memorial wall carefully, as they contain significant historical context about specific operations.
Do not attempt to walk to the museum from downtown Fort Pierce, as it is miles away and requires crossing a significant bridge.
Closed on Mondays. Open daily except for major federal holidays.
Maintain a respectful demeanor in the memorial garden area; casual beach attire is common in the area, but respectful clothing is preferred inside the museum.
