The connection between the U.S. Navy and the game of cribbage is a long-standing tradition. Cribbage, a card game with a unique scoring system, became popular among sailors during long sea voyages. The Navy used cribbage to pass time, build teamwork, and keep minds active during downtime. Cribbage boards are commonly found on ships and submarines.

We share the story of the Navy’s famous Lucky Cribbage Board in our exhibit We Have the Watch, which is now open! You can learn more about the cribbage board here: https://youtu.be/RSyfI7fMp6o. It was carried onboard USS Bremerton until she was decommissioned.

O’Kane Cribbage Board onboard USS Bremerton

War hero’s artifact still rides the USS Bremerton

If you are new to the game of cribbage, watch our Educator’s video on how to play: https://youtu.be/i3KQfr76yGA

Posted by Puget Sound Naval Museum