Charlestown - Navy Yard
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After closing in 1974, the Charlestown Navy Yard was made part of Boston National Historical Park. It was originally constructed in 1800 as a repair and supply depot and helped to kick start the shipbuilding industry in Charlestown. It is home to the famous USS "Constitution" and the WWII destroyer USS Cassin Young.
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Must-see attractions nearby:
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Hours:
9am-5pm
Always closed on: New Year's Day (January 1), Thanksgiving - USA (4th Thursday, November ), Christmas - Christian (December 25)
Tips: Contact the visitor center at (617) 242-5601 for information.
Parking: Free
Guides: Guided tour included with admission.
Facilities: Gift shop
Transit: T: Community College or North Station
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Historic USS Cassin Young WWII destroyer operated by the National Park Service in the Boston Harbor, MA.
Old Ironsides, the USS Constitution still a commissioned US Naval Ship in Boston.
Three masts of the USS Constitution an historic Revolutionary War ship in Boston, MA.
Cannon of the USS Constitution in Boston.
Wooden ship wheel of the USS Constitution in Boston.
