Naval Weapons Station Crane

07/03/2026

NWS Crane’s contributions to the defense of this nation started long ago, remain today, and will continue far into the future. Here is a look at our installation’s connection to the USS Constitution.

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07/02/2026

Happy Independence Day!

As our Nation celebrates its 250th Birthday, we honor the sacrifices of those who came before us, recognize those who continue to serve, and celebrate the freedoms that unite us as Americans.

From our Navy family to yours, we wish you a safe, happy, and memorable Independence Day. Happy 250th Birthday, America! 🇺🇸⚓

06/30/2026

Team Crane,

In recognition of Fourth of July, installation gate hours will be as follows:

-Visitor Center: Closes 2 July at 1:30 p.m. and will reopen 6 July at 6:00 a.m.
-Crane Gate: Open 24/7.
-Bloomington Gate: Closes 2 July at 10:00 p.m. and will reopen 6 July at 4:30 a.m.
-Burns City Gate: Closes 2 July at 5:30 p.m. and will reopen 6 July at 5:30 a.m.

The following activities will be open as depicted:

-Café: Closes 2 July at 12:30 p.m. and will reopen 6 July.
-Lakeview Conference Center: Open, by reservation only.
-ITT Office: Closes 2 July at 1:30 p.m. and will reopen 6 July.
-Fitness Center: Closed 3 July and will reopen 5 July at 9:00 a.m.
-The Marina: Open from 10 a.m. until 8:00 p.m.
-The Campground: Open for the season.
-The Pool: Open from 12:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. Wednesday-Sunday all of July
-NEX: Closed 3 July and will reopen 6 July.
-Commissary: Open regular hours 3 July and 6 July.

06/29/2026

Team Crane,

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06/16/2026

Team Crane,

The Burns City Gate will be closed to all traffic the morning of Thursday, June 25. The gate will be open for normal hours in the afternoon. Thank you for your patience and cooperation.

06/15/2026

Team Crane,

In recognition of Juneteenth National Independence Day, installation gate hours will be as follows:

-Visitor Center: Closes 18 June at 1:30 p.m. and will reopen 22 June at 6:00 a.m.
-Crane Gate: Open 24/7.
-Bloomington Gate: Closes 18 June at 10:00 p.m. and will reopen 22 June at 4:30 a.m.
-Burns City Gate: Closes 18 June at 5:30 p.m. and will reopen 22 June at 5:30 a.m.

The following activities will be open as depicted:

-Café: Closes 18 June at 12:30 p.m. and will reopen 22 June.
-Lakeview Conference Center: Open by reservation only.
-ITT Office: Closes 18 June at 2:30 p.m. and will reopen 22 June.
-Fitness Center: Closed 19 June and will open 20 June.
-The Marina: Open from 10:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Monday through Sunday.
-The Campground: Open for the season.
-The Pool: Open from 12:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday.
-NEX: Closed 19 June and will reopen 22 June.
-Commissary: Open regular hours 19 June.

05/20/2026

Team Crane,

In recognition of Memorial Day, installation gate hours will be as follows:

-Visitor Center: Closes 21 May at 1:30 p.m. and will reopen 26 May at 6:00 a.m.
-Crane Gate: Open 24/7.
-Bloomington Gate: Closes 21 May at 10:00 p.m. and will reopen 26 May at 4:30 a.m.
-Burns City Gate: Closes 21 May at 5:30 p.m. and will reopen 26 May at 5:30 a.m.

The following activities will be open as depicted:

-Café: Closes 22 May at 12:30 p.m. and will reopen 26 May.
-Lakeview Conference Center: Open, by reservation only.
-ITT Office: Closes 22 February at 2:30 p.m. and will reopen 26 May.
-Fitness Center: Closed 25 May.
-The Marina: Open from 10 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. 23-25 May.
-The Campground: Open for the season.
-The Pool: Open from 12:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. 22-25 May.
-NEX: Closed 25 May and will reopen 26 May.
-Commissary: Open regular hours 22 May and 25 May.

05/14/2026

05/13/2026

Team Crane,

Starting today, 13 May, Bloomington and Burns City Gates will return to normal operating hours and be open between the following times:

Crane Gate: 24/7

Bloomington Gate: 0430-2200 Monday through Friday

Burns City Gate: 0530-0830 and 1500-1730 Monday through Friday

Thank you for your patience and continued support.