USS Constitution Underway

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View “Old Ironsides” Underway in Boston Harbor! USS Constitution goes underway in Boston Harbor at various times each year. The Ship cruises into the Harbor, stopping for a memorable 21-gun salute at Fort Independence, Castle Island. **NOTE: Underways affect public visitation hours of USS Constitution. Please follow the ship's social media for updates. THE 2026 SCHEDULE: March 28 – USS Massachusetts Commissioning May 28 – Turnaround for USS Constitution Crew June 17 – The Battle of Bunker Hill Commemoration July 4 – Independence Day and Public Lottery* July 11 – Sail Boston Parade of Tall Ships August 21 – Chief Petty Officer Heritage Week August 28 – Chief Petty Officer Heritage Week September 25 – Honoring Gold Star Families October 21 – Commemorating USS Constitution and the United States Navy’s Birthday Please note that USS Constitution is an active-duty U.S. Navy vessel: the USS Constitution Museum shares details about the underway at the Ship’s discretion as a matter of

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Boston National Historical Park

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