Boston Navy Yard, Maritime museum in Charlestown district, Boston, US
The Boston Navy Yard spans 30 acres along Boston Harbor, featuring two museum ships and multiple heritage buildings from naval history.
Founded in 1800 under Secretary Benjamin Stoddert, the shipyard operated continuously for 174 years until its decommissioning in 1974.
Generations of specialized craftsmen, from rope makers to welders, shaped the development of American naval engineering at this facility.
The National Park Service maintains the site with open access to grounds, while guided tours of USS Constitution occur every 30 minutes.
Dry Dock Number 1, built in 1833, continues its original function maintaining USS Constitution, the oldest commissioned warship in the United States.
Location: Boston
Inception: 1800
Industry: shipbuilding
GPS coordinates: 42.37611,-71.05250
Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:47
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