• Colonial Boston Map, Faneuil Hall and the Charlestown Navy Yard skyline

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  • New Bunker Hill Climbing Pass

    From April 8 to June 30, for safe occupancy requirements, all visitors who climb the Bunker Hill Monument must first obtain a free climbing pass from the Bunker Hill Museum at 43 Monument Square. For groups of 10 or more, please call 617-242-5689.

Event Details

  • Everyday from 12/22/2012 to 12/31/2012

    Location: USS Constitution Museum, Charlestown Navy Yard, Building 22, Charlestown, MA 02129 Time: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM Fee Information: Free Contact Name: USS Constitution Museum Contact Phone Number: (617) 426-1812
On December 29, 1812, Captain Bainbridge had to answer a difficult question; "how do you steer a ship when it has no wheel?" Find out the answer to this question and help commemorate Constitution's second victory in the War of 1812. Hands-on family programs about teamwork, courage, and naval medicine will be available.