Museum tells the story of the USS Constitution ("Old Ironsides") and the people who designed, built, and sailed her
General Information
Hours:
Daily: 9:30am to 5pm
Closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day
Closed Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, and New Year’s Day
Fees:
Museum admission: By donation (suggested)
USS Constitution (ship): Free
USS Constitution (ship): Free
Pet Policy:
Pets are not allowed
Closest cities with hotels:
Boston, MA
Seasons:
All year (spring through fall are most popular)
Location:
Website:
How to Get There
From Boston, MA: Take MA‑28 North or follow Freedom Trail signage to Charlestown, enter the Charlestown Navy Yard, and follow Constitution Road to the USS Constitution Museum located beside USS Constitution.
Overview
The USS Constitution Museum in the Charlestown Navy Yard, at the end of the Freedom Trail, tells the story of "Old Ironsides" and the people who designed, built, and sailed her, with interactive exhibits for all ages. Admission is free (donation suggested).
Exhibits
- All Hands on Deck: hands-on look at life at sea in the War of 1812
- Old Ironsides in War and Peace: how the ship was built and became famous
- War of 1812 Discovery Center: games and multimedia on the causes of the war
- Constitution vs. HMS Java: the 1812 battle in artifacts and art
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