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About USS Constitution and USS Constitution Museum

USS Constitution is the oldest commissioned ship in the United States Navy. Naval officers and crew still serve aboard the ship today and visitors can hear the ship's cannon fire daily at 8am and sunset. The USS Constitution is operated by the United States Navy, a partner to the National Parks of Boston. The Naval History and Heritage Command, Detachment Boston in Building 24 at the Charlestown Navy Yard is responsible for the maintenance, repair, and restoration of USS Constitution.

Across the pier from Constitution in Building 22 is the USS Constitution Museum. The Museum serves as the memory and educational voice of USS Constitution and provides engaging and hands-on experiences for all visitors. Here you can explore how the ship was built, sailed, and preserved.

Hours

USS Constitution

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USS Constitution Museum

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Admissions

Free admission to USS Constitution. Admission by donation at the USS Constitution Museum.

Accessibility

USS Constitution is a historic ship with limited accessibility. USS Constitution Museum is accessibile.

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Contact Info

USS Constitution Website: https://www.navy.mil/USS-CONSTITUTION/

USS Constitution Museum Website: https://ussconstitutionmuseum.org/

USS Constitution Museum Phone Number: 617-426-1812

USS Constitution Museum Address: USS Constitution Museum, Building 22 Charlestown Navy Yard, Charlestown, MA 02129

Directions

USS Constitution and the USS Constitution Museum are accessible by foot, car, or by public transportation. Visitors can follow the Freedom Trail across the North Washington Street Bridge or take one of the different modes of public transportation to get from Downtown Boston to Charlestown. For information on how to get to the ship and museum, please check out the USS Constitution Museum's website: Directions & Parking.