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USMMA Operations Status:

On 12 February 2025, the United States Merchant Marine Academy will be OPEN.  Recognizing the possibility of winter weather, UNSCHEDULED TELEWORK (AS WELL AS UNSCHEDULED LEAVE) IS AUTHORIZED FOR EMPLOYEES.  Employees planning to telework or take unscheduled leave must coordinate with and obtain approval from their supervisory chain of command. Anyone scheduled to visit the Academy or American Merchant Marine Museum should check with their host for specific guidance. All are encouraged to monitor the weather forecast and stay safe.

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USMMA Library

Babson Globe

The Babson Globe was created by cartographers and craftsmen based on consultation with geologists and geographers.

KP Discovery

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Visitors should contact the Library in advance at (516) 726-5751 to schedule an appointment for a visit.

Schuyler Otis Bland Memorial Library

The Academy library is dedicated to providing information and services to further the education process at Kings Point by offering resources in a variety of formats from traditional to high tech.

Easy access to the resources quickly provides the reference, research, and reading material needed to support the curriculum. The library is dedicated to providing high quality service to facilitate the use of its resources by the academic community, the public and private sectors.

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