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Annual Events
Models in the Spotlight: Each year the USS Constitution Museum hosts the USS Constitution Model Shipwright Guild’s annual Model Show. The show features models by both amateur and professional craftsman from across New England. A variety of interactive programs and activities make this a great way for the entire family to spend the day!
School Vacation Week Family Activities (February and April) Come experience School Vacation Week in the Navy Yard. Design a Sailor's Valentine, write your name in coded signal flags or create other CONSTITUTION crafts. Activities vary and all ages are welcome. Admission is by donation. If your group is larger than 10, please call 617-426-1812 ext. 186 for a reservation. Overseers' Event (Spring) Each year the Museum welcomes friends and family to our Overseers Event . The Board of Overseers is a group of individuals who have one thing in common, a commitment to preserving the story of one of our nations greatest treasures, "Old Ironsides." This event recognizes their contributions of time, talent and treasure. This is the perfect opportunity to meet the Museum family, get to know the organization better and find out what all the excitement is about! Annual Member's Appreciation Reception (Spring)
Our members contribute in so many ways - they truly make things happen! This annual event gives us the opportunity to not only share the latest developments here at the Museum with this select group, but also to simply say thank you for all you do. Includes special programming and light reception. Victory Day (August) Commerate USS CONSTITUTION's famous August 19, 1812 victory over HMS GUERRIERE with a day filled with CONSTITUTION hands-on history! Learn how the Ship earned the nickname of "Old Ironsides," participate in craft activities, sign your name in copper to be fitted on CONSTITUTION, and enjoy some ice cream! Activities vary. Chairman's Dinner and Award Ceremony (mid-Fall) One of the most exciting events of the year, the Chairman’s Dinner is the largest fundraising event for the Museum. Traditionally held in the fall, guests are encouraged to participate in silent and live auctions, from which all proceeds benefit our educational programs. Presentation of our two highest awards, The Samuel Elliot Morison Award for writing, and the Charles Francis Adams Award for community involvement, follows dinner for a celebratory conclusion to the evening. LT William S. Bush Memorial Breakfast (early-November) On August 19, 1812, USS CONSTITUTION engaged HMS GUERRIERE in the first frigate-to-frigate battle of the War. “Old Ironsides” emerged victorious, however, Lt. Bush lost his life, becoming the first United States Marine Corps officer to die aboard USS CONSTITUTION. The Ship’s victories helped the United States protect its freedom and earn the respect of other countries. The Marines played an important role in this success, sometimes at the highest cost. This annual breakfast recognizes the important contributions and sacrifices that Marines made for our country in years past – and continue to make today. The USS Constitution Museum would like to thank Perini Management Services , the presenting sponsor for the 2009 LT William S. Bush Memorial Breakfast.
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