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USS Constitution Museum

History museum

4.7(7695 reviews)
Closed Closed ⋅ Opens 9:30 a.m. Sat
USS Constitution Museum

About

Exhibits about the circa-1797 warship. Interactive museum near the 1797 wooden frigate made famous as "Old Ironsides" in the War of 1812.

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What to bring

Based on this location and its activities, here's what you might want to bring:

  • Comfortable shoes for walking

Best times to visit

To avoid crowds at USS Constitution Museum:

  • Weekday mornings are typically less crowded
  • Avoid peak lunch/dinner hours if this is a restaurant
  • Check their social media for special events that might increase attendance

Age appropriateness

This location is generally recommended for:

Toddlers (0-2)Preschoolers (3-5)Elementary (6-10)Tweens (11-13)Teens (14+)

Details

  • Address
    Building 22, Charlestown Navy Yard, Charlestown, MA 02129, United States
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    Phone
    (617) 426-1812
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    Hours
    Monday:9:30 a.m.–5 p.m.
    Tuesday:9:30 a.m.–5 p.m.
    Wednesday:9:30 a.m.–5 p.m.
    Thursday:9:30 a.m.–5 p.m.
    Friday:9:30 a.m.–5 p.m.
    Saturday:9:30 a.m.–5 p.m.
    Sunday:9:30 a.m.–5 p.m.

Features

Service options

  • Onsite services: Onsite services available

Highlights

  • Active military discounts: Has active military discounts

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance: Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking lot: Has wheelchair-accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair-accessible washroom: Has wheelchair-accessible washroom

Offerings

  • Gift shop: Has gift shop

Amenities

  • Offers tours: Offers tours
  • Washroom: Has washroom
  • Restaurant: No restaurant

Crowd

  • Family-friendly: Family-friendly

Children

  • Good for kids: Good for kids

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