05/19/2026
After nearly two decades of planning and community support, the USS Cincinnati Cold War Memorial & Peace Pavilion officially opened this past weekend at Voice of America MetroPark in West Chester.
Created to preserve the legacy of the USS Cincinnati and the service of her crews, the memorial gives veterans, families, students, and visitors a permanent place to reflect, learn, and gather. What began as a vision years ago is now a public space that connects history, education, and community.
Designed as an immersive experience, the pavilion incorporates original submarine elements including the conning tower, upper rudder, and the “Big Red Machine” emergency diesel generator, all integrated into a park setting built for learning and remembrance.
MSP Design was proud to support this project through architecture, civil engineering, landscape architecture, surveying, master planning, and construction administration services. We’re incredibly grateful to have worked alongside the Submarine Association Cincinnati, Conger Construction Group, MetroParks of Butler County, West Chester Township - Government, the Voice of America Museum, and the many partners, donors, veterans, and community members who helped bring this project to life. Seeing the space officially open to the public was a meaningful milestone for everyone involved.