USS Constitution Museum in Boston, MA | Museums and Galleries

USS Constitution Museum

The Museum is located adjacent to USS Constitution, in Building 22, Boston National Historical Park, Charlestown Navy Yard, Boston.
Old Ironsides is the oldest commissioned warship afloat in the world. Her history is rich and colorful and 200 years strong -- from fighting Barbary pirates on the "shores of Tripoli" to winning famous victories during the War of 1812, the USS Constitution Museum brings her tale alive through its collection of 3,000 original artifacts and art work and through hands-on activities.
HOIST a sail, take the wheel, fire a cannon or swing in a sailor's hammock. It's easy to imagine life on board Old Ironsides with the Museum's many interactive exhibits.
CHALLENGE a friend to a video battle or take on the computer yourself. Give the British the slip or maneuver Old Ironsides into firing position.
ROAM the Museum's galleries and encounter the treasures of USS CONSTITUTION - ship's logs, journals, charts, weapons, decorative arts, and paintings documenting this naval legend.
EXPLORE Old Ironsides' lower decks -off limits to the general public -- in a 10.minute full.color video presentation.
RELIVE the inspiring 200-year story of America's undefeated champion.
EXPERIENCE the Navy Yard. Visit Old Ironsides, the Destroyer USS CASSIN YOUNG, Lightship Nantucket II, Commandant's House, "Serving the Fleet 1800-1974" Navy Yard Exhibit and the Bunker Hill "Whites of Their Eyes" Pavilion.
WATCH Museum artisans at work demonstrating many of the lost crafts of the 19th century. You can even try your hand at the delicate art of model shipbuilding.
FEEL the courage, the vision and the pride that built USS CONSTITUTION and the young America.
LEARN about the brave Americans who served aboard her.
DISCOVER why she's known as Old Ironsides.
ENJOY all this and more at the USS Constitution Museum.