USS Constitution Museum​

The USS Constitution Museum is the educational voice of the USS Constitution. The museum provides hands-on exhibits where groups can have fun and learn as they explore together the history and science behind America’s oldest commissioned warship.

Explore The War of 1812 and the role of USS Constitution, the crew, and its construction. We offer a range of fully facilitated, interdisciplinary K-12 educational programs. All programs are free for Boston Public Schools, thanks to the generous support of Liberty Mutual Insurance.

Site Program Offerings

History Tells a Story

Become a history detective and storyteller! Historians uncover stories of the past by examining artifacts and making connections, which are then shared with the community in museums, books, and online. Can your class work together to uncover the story of USS Constitution’s most famous battle? Do you have the historical thinking skills to piece together the stories of USS Constitution’s crew and share them with your peers?

Meets standards for ELA Grade 4 and SS Grade 5

Ship Design Challenge

USS Constitution was built for speed and strength by a young nation with a limited budget. Learn about USS Constitution‘s unique design on board the ship with museum staff and crew members. In the museum, discover if you are up to the challenge of designing and constructing the fastest and strongest ship using household resources within a set time and budget! 

Meets new standards for SS Grades 2, 3, 5 & US I and Sci. Grades 3 & 4

A Sailor’s Life for Me?

Discover and learn details about life at sea aboard USS Constitution in the early years of the U.S. Navy – the good and the bad with a skilled educator. At the end of the program, ask yourself, “Is a sailor’s life for me?” This 30-minute program is a great option for large groups or a limited time frame. Visitors are encouraged to explore our award-winning, hands-on exhibits following the program.

Meets new standards for SS Grades 2 & 8  

Self-Guided Visit

Don’t just learn about history, experience it! Your group can independently explore two floors of interactive, hands-on exhibits or shop for something special to take home in the Museum Store. This does not include access to USS Constitution. Advance reservations for self-guided group visits are only required for grant-funded groups.