What if your next Scout adventure included more than 200 years of history? ⚓ Scout Day returns on Nov 8 with hands-on activities, challenges, and exploration inspired by life aboard “Old Ironsides.” bit.ly/4y0AbTr #ScoutingAmerica #Scouts #GirlScouts #Boston

John Lord joined USS CONSTITUTION’s in October 1824 as gunner during the Ship’s second Mediterranean cruise. He marked his belongings with his name. Sometimes the smallest objects preserve the most personal stories. #USSConstitution #OldIronsides #MuseumCollections #usscm

"Old Ironsides" has a new lookout. 👀. We spotted this hawk keeping watch over the Navy Yard — and looking very much like it had been assigned the post. All is secure. #CharlestownNavyYard #OldIronsides #Boston #Wildlife #usscm #birdwatching #photography #usscm

USS CONSTITUTION’s first figurehead was Hercules — living on in this limited-edition medallion, made from copper sheathing once carried on the ship’s hull. bit.ly/4zaOuWA #USSConstitution #OldIronsides #Hercules #MaritimeHistory #BostonHistory #MuseumStore

Congress marked America's first frigate victory of the War of 1812 by Captain Isaac Hull and the crew of USS CONSTITUTION by awarding Hull this Congressional Gold Medal. bit.ly/4AFAaaa 📸 On loan from a private collection. #USSConstitution #OldIronsides #WarOf1812

You may have noticed two circular features at the bow of USS CONSTITUTION. The hawse holes are openings through which the ship’s anchor cables pass in & out of the vessel. These images give a sense of just how large they are. bit.ly/4yvkcO8 📸 Greg M. Cooper Photography

Chris Cassidy’s career has crossed some of the most demanding environments imaginable. On Oct 8, he joins WCVB NewsCenter 5 Anchor/Reporter Ben Simmoneau at the Museum to reflect on the experiences that shaped how he leads. bit.ly/3XSpP8G In partnership with @WCVB

Before USS CONSTITUTION ever went to sea, Hercules stood at her bow. The choice was deeply symbolic: connecting Hercules with strength born from union, independence, and the Constitution itself. bit.ly/3T5xem4 #USSConstitution #AmericanHistory #MaritimeHistory #Boston

It’s not every day you see “Old Ironsides” underway in Boston Harbor. ⚓. But next Friday, she’ll be back... In the meantime, visit the Museum to discover over two centuries of stories behind America’s Ship of State. usscm.org/ 📷 Greg M. Cooper Photography

Unlike artists who painted romantic, imaginary views of the ship, George Savary Wasson painted USS CONSTITUTION from life as it appeared in 1893 at the Navy Yard in Kittery, Maine, with a roof built over its deck to house sailors awaiting orders.​ #OldIronsides

Join us Oct 8 for an evening with Chris Cassidy and Ben Simmoneau at the USS Constitution Museum Leadership Forum. Hear directly from leaders whose experience spans service, space, media, and civic life. Presented in partnership with WCVB Channel 5 Boston bit.ly/3XSpP8G

Step aboard the ship—and behind the scenes at the Museum in an experience that pairs a guided exploration of USS CONSTITUTION with a rare look inside the Museum’s collection, led by our Public Historian. bit.ly/3ytTnjr #USSConstitution #OldIronsides #BostonEvents

In 1830, Oliver Wendell Holmes’ “Old Ironsides” helped rally public sentiment around USS CONSTITUTION. Today, Hillsdale College student Erika Kyba has been named a national finalist for her podcast devoted to the poem. Congrats, Erika! 🎧 thepoetryfix.transistor.fm/e…

Fall mini golf is still in full swing — and now we’re making it a bit more competitive. ⛳ Join us for the Museum’s first-ever mini golf tournament. Expect a little competition, some trivia, and a different way to experience history. Sep 26 at 4 PM. bit.ly/3UNx973

Dolly’s story was an American story—from the hills of East Tennessee to Boston Harbor, our history is made of people, places, & stories that endure. She gave us hers with joy, generosity, humor, & humanity. Today, we remember an American original. 📸 Greg M. Cooper Photography

Before USS CONSTITUTION became “Old Ironsides,” she needed a crew. In 1798, the new frigate sailed with a remarkable group of officers and sailors—including Peter St. Medard, a French-born surgeon and former prisoner of war to the Continental Navy: bit.ly/3UrF2im

This Friday morning, Aug 28, USS CONSTITUTION will be underway in Boston Harbor — watch "Old Ironsides" depart and return to the pier in Charlestown, catch her near Castle Island, or find another vantage point along the harbor. #Boston #usscm #USNavy #Maritime #BostonEvents

Yesterday, we remembered USS CONSTITUTION’s victory over HMS GUERRIERE. Today, we remember the cost of that victory. During the battle, Lt. William Sharp Bush was struck and killed. It reminds us that CONSTITUTION is a battlefield, a place where men fought and lost their lives.

#OnThisDay in 1812, USS CONSTITUTION fought HMS GUERRIERE in one of the most celebrated engagements in American naval history. The victory boosted American morale, strengthened the reputation of the U.S. Navy, and helped make USS CONSTITUTION a national icon. #Boston

In 1997, USS CONSTITUTION sailed under the ship’s own power for the first time in more than a century, an extraordinary moment for "Old Ironsides" and for everyone who witnessed it. Look back at how that historic sail came together: bit.ly/3TSgHlJ Photos: U.S. Navy.