USS CONSTITUTION

USS Constitution will be open to visitors May 25 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. This Memorial Day, America’s Ship of State honors the men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation. Guests are invited to walk her historic decks and reflect on their legacy.

Congratulations to Commander Crystal L. Schaefer, the ship’s commanding officer, on her selection for promotion to Captain. Under her command, USS Constitution and her crew continue to uphold a legacy that spans more than two centuries. Huzzah! #AmericasNavy250 #USSConstitution

Join the crew and make history with USS Constitution! Interested Sailors must be within their negotiating window or 12–15 months from their PRD and rotating to shore duty. Refer to MILPERSMAN 1306-920 or contact NC1 Castano at ussc_ccc@us.navy.mil for more. #USNavy

USS Constitution's Independence Day underway Raffle is NOW OPEN! Raffle closes on May 11th, 2026 at 11:59pm. Winners will be notified by email on May 18th, 2026.  Click the following link to enter: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI… #July4thCruise  #USSConstitution  #AmericasNavy250

USS Constitution’s Independence Day Underway Raffle is NOW OPEN! The raffle closes on May 11, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. Winners will be notified by email on May 18, 2026. Click the following link to enter: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI…

On April 8, 1976, the USS Constitution Museum officially opened its doors in Building 22 of the Charlestown Navy Yard. For 50 years, the Museum has preserved the legacy of USS Constitution. Happy anniversary to the USS Constitution Museum!

Today, we celebrate the 133rd birthday of the Navy Chief Petty Officer! Chiefs are the backbone of the U.S. Navy, leading with unwavering dedication and unparalleled expertise. #USNavy #OldIronsides #NavyChiefNavyPride #USSConstitution #TallShip

A testament to naval superiority meets modern lethality. As the Navy commissioned USS Massachusetts (SSN 798) today, USS Constitution rendered a historic salute. From sail to nuclear power - this moment reflects the enduring strength and readiness of America’s Navy.

Sailors assigned to the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer Pre-Commissioning Unit (PCU) Harvey C. Barnum Jr. (DDG 124) arrived in Boston on March 13 for a scheduled port visit.

We’re excited to welcome the United States Naval Academy Glee Club aboard USS Constitution on March 7, 2026! 🎶 The group will perform a morning set at 11 a.m., on the ship. Huzzah! #USSConstitution

Sailors can apply for billets to serve aboard the oldest commissioned warship afloat. Refer to MILPERSMAN 1306-920 or NC1 Castano at luis.h.castano.mil@us.navy.mil for more. #USNavy #USSConstitution #OldIronsides #Boston #Sail250

SHIP CLOSURE 🚨 USS Constitution will be closed to public visitation Wednesday, February 25, 2026, due to inclement weather and unsafe conditions. The ship is open for tours Wednesday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. #USSConstitution #USNavy #Snow #Boston #OldIronsides

Old Ironsides has weathered far worse since 1797, and her crew carries that same grit today. Sail season—we’re standing by. #USSConstitution #OldIronsides #Blizzard2026 #Boston #Sail250

On Feb. 19, 1945, U.S. forces began the Battle of Iwo Jima, launching 36 days of fierce combat that would become one of the most pivotal and hard fought battles of World War II. The courage and sacrifice displayed there remain etched in our nation’s history. #IwoJima #WWII

Aboard USS Constitution our Sailors get thousands of visitors a week and we’ve decided to take the time to answer some of the most common questions we get from our visitors.  You have a question, our crew has an answer! #USSConstitution #Boston #NavalHeritage #USNavy

Named by President George Washington, Old Ironsides has welcomed leaders, including Presidents John Adams, James Madison, Ulysses S. Grant, Rutherford B. Hayes, Calvin Coolidge, Herbert Hoover, Franklin D. Roosevelt, and Ronald Reagan. Happy Presidents’ Day 🇺🇸 #USSConstitution

For 228 years, the strength of USS Constitution has been her Sailors. Well-trained. Connected. Supported. Fit to fight. From the wooden decks of 1812 to today’s Navy, our warrior ethos endures—powered by teamwork, resilience and pride in every mission we serve. #USSConstitution

The crew of USS Constitution is cheering on America’s Olympic athletes. The images in this post feature members of Team USA competing at the 2025 ISU World Figure Skating Championships, with several skaters representing the United States at the 2026 Winter Olympics. #TeamUSA

As we bid farewell and following seas to our shipmates, we thank them for their service and the memories they’ve helped create. Huzzah, to Seaman Andre Jones and Seaman Jonah Parisi for successful tours aboard Old Ironsides! #USNavy #USSConstitution #OldIronsides #Boston #Sail250

As the New Year dawns, we set our sights on the horizon with hopeful eyes, renewed spirits, and a crew strengthened by fresh faces. Fair winds and following seas to 2025, and here’s to a fresh start in 2026 from the crew of USS Constitution. ⚓️ #NewYears #USNavy #OldIronsides