USS Constitution Museum, Boston

Name: USS Constitution Museum
Address: Bldg 22 Charlestown Navy Yard, Boston, 02129, United States
Telephone: +1 617-426-1812

#81 among attractions in Boston

Museum, Military museum, Maritime museum, History museum

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Facts and practical information

The USS Constitution Museum is located in the Charlestown Navy Yard, which is part of the Boston National Historical Park in Boston, Massachusetts, United States. The museum is situated near the ship USS Constitution at the end of Boston's Freedom Trail. The museum is housed in a restored shipyard building at the foot of Pier 2. ()

Alternative names: Established: 1972 (52 years ago)Coordinates: 42°22'26"N, 71°3'19"W

Address

Bldg 22 Charlestown Navy YardCharlestown (Thompson Square - Bunker Hill)Boston 02129 United States

Contact

+1 617-426-1812

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Day trips

USS Constitution Museum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Quincy Market, Faneuil Hall, TD Garden, USS Constitution.

1 miS
Shopping, Market, Flea market
Quincy Market, Boston
25 min walk • Quincy Market is a historic marketplace in the heart of Boston, Massachusetts, that has become a beloved landmark and a bustling hub for locals and tourists alike. Located in the city's downtown area, Quincy Market consists of a main building, Faneuil Hall, flanked by...
1 miS
Historic indoor-outdoor shopping center
Faneuil Hall, Boston
25 min walk • Faneuil Hall, located in the heart of Boston, United States, stands not only as a bustling shopping center but also as a site steeped in history. Known as "The Cradle of Liberty," it was built in 1742 and has been an integral part of Boston's social and political life...
0.6 miSW
Sport venue, Sport
TD Garden, Boston
15 min walk • TD Garden stands as a beacon of sports and entertainment in the heart of Boston, United States. This multi-purpose arena, often simply referred to as "The Garden," is the home court for the NBA's Boston Celtics and the NHL's Boston Bruins.
~640 ftSW
Ship
USS Constitution, Boston
4 min walk • The USS Constitution, berthed in Boston, Massachusetts, is a living testament to American naval history. Launched in 1797, this wooden-hulled, three-masted heavy frigate is the world's oldest commissioned naval vessel still afloat.
~1700 ftNW
Granite obelisk on the Freedom Trail
Bunker Hill Monument, Boston
9 min walk • Rising above the historic city of Boston, the Bunker Hill Monument stands as a testament to the bravery and sacrifice of American patriots during the early stages of the Revolutionary War. This 221-foot granite obelisk, located in the Charlestown neighborhood, marks...
0.9 miS
Shopping, Market, Flea market
Haymarket Open-Air Market, Boston
22 min walk • Nestled in the historic heart of Boston, the Haymarket Open-Air Market is a vibrant and bustling hub of commerce that has been serving the city for centuries. A stone's throw from the Freedom Trail and the iconic Faneuil Hall, Haymarket is a living testament to the...
~1180 ftE
Museum, Military museum, Maritime museum
Boston Navy Yard, Boston
6 min walk • Steeped in American naval history, the Boston Navy Yard, also known as the Charlestown Navy Yard, stands as a testament to the nation's maritime past. Located along the historic waterfront of Boston, Massachusetts, this former shipyard is now a prominent museum that...
0.5 miW
Park
Galvin Memorial Park, Boston
13 min walk • Galvin Memorial Park is a park at the edge of Charlestown, Boston, in the U.S. state of Massachusetts. The park features a statue of General Michael Joseph Galvin.
0.4 miW
Park
John Harvard Mall, Boston
10 min walk • John Harvard Mall is a brick plaza in Boston's Charlestown neighborhood, in the U.S. state of Massachusetts.
0.5 miS
Cemetery, Historical place
Copp's Hill Burying Ground, Boston
12 min walk • Copp's Hill Burying Ground is a historic cemetery in the North End of Boston, Massachusetts. Established in 1659, it was originally named "North Burying Ground", and was the city's second cemetery.
0.4 miSW
Bridge
Charlestown Bridge, Boston
11 min walk • The Charlestown Bridge, officially named the North Washington Street Bridge, is located in Boston and spans the Charles River. As the river's easternmost crossing, the bridge connects the neighborhoods of Charlestown and the North End.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is USS Constitution Museum open?

USS Constitution Museum is open:

Monday 10 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 10 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 5 pm
Thursday 10 am - 5 pm
Friday 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday 10 am - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to USS Constitution Museum?

Nearby attractions include USS Cassin Young, Boston (2 min walk), Massachusetts Korean War Memorial, Boston (3 min walk), USS Constitution, Boston (4 min walk), Charlestown Naval Shipyard Park, Boston (4 min walk).

How to get to USS Constitution Museum by public transport?

The nearest stations to USS Constitution Museum:

Train

Boston North Station (17 min walk)

Metro

North Station • Lines: Orange (17 min walk)
Community College • Lines: Orange (19 min walk)

Light rail

North Station • Lines: C, E (17 min walk)
Haymarket • Lines: C, E (22 min walk)