Insider’s tip: in the summer, the Constitution is a popular stop on tour bus routes. The Charlestown Navy Yard is not enclosed. Arrive on line by 9:15 a.m. and cut your wait by making it on the first guided tour of the day.

FACTS ABOUT THE USS CONSTITUTION MUSEUM

LOCATION: Opposite USS Constitution in Boston National Historical Park, Charlestown Navy Yard, Boston.

FACILITY: The Museum's main building was constructed in 1832 and its newly restored addition in 1850. There are three floors of galleries.

COLLECTION: More than 3,000 artifacts, prints, paintings, crew members' personal gear, Federal Period naval small arms, souvenirs related to the ship's travels and restorations, flags, uniforms, and ship models; and more than 5,000 photographs, and a 1,600-volume Research Library housing historic documents and manuscripts.

MAJOR EXHIBITS: Old Ironsides in War & Peace, a ground-breaking retrospective of USS Constitution's 200-year history. Around the World Aboard OldIronsides, a collection of exotic artifacts and crew members' journals chronicling the ship's 1844-1846 around-the-world diplomatic voyage.

OPEN DAILY: 
9:00 AM to 6:00 PM (May 1 to October 31)

10:00 AM to 5:00 PM (November I to April 30)

ADMISSION - FREE

MUSEUM FEATURES

· Hands-on, interactive exhibits appropriate for all ages!!!

· New and Expanded Modeler Shop

· 1797/1812 Marine Detachment Reenactments

· Largest souvenir shop on the Freedom Trail

· Research Library - open by appointment only

· Theater seating up to 110

· Accessible to physically disabled

TRANSPORTATION

Accessible by public transportation. Free parking available. Included on all trolley tour routes!

Call 617-426-1812 for more information.