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The legacy and adventure of 210-year-old USS CONSTITUTION, popularly known as “Old Ironsides,” will visit Topeka January 29-February 3, 2008, including several free public events through partnership with The Kansas Historical Society. The innovative educational program, “Old Ironsides” Across the Nation, is a collaborative effort between the USS Constitution Museum and the US Navy. All US Navy and USS Constitution Museum activities are free. The Kansas Historical Society will be offering a $1 discount on admission to the Kansas Museum of History on Saturday and Sunday.
We would like to thank our sponsors and partners!
Blanche Bryden Foundation
Bette Morris
Thank you Topeka! Click here to read about our recent visit to Topeka.
Free Public Presentation: "210 Years Aboard 'Old Ironsides'"
Thursday, January 31, 2008 at 7:oo pm
During this free public presentation about the ship’s colorful naval history, the ship’s captain, Commander William A. Bullard, III, and the Museum’s President, Burt Logan, will describe USS CONSTITUTION's legacy as an undefeated frigate and explain how she earned the nickname "Old Ironsides.” They will present illustrated commentary on the ship’s history, discuss life aboard “Old Ironsides” today and answer questions from the audience. The audience will discover the USS Constitution Museum’s mission, educational outreach, and hands-on exhibits.
Free Weekend Activities for the Whole Family
Saturday, February 2, 2008 9am-5pm & Sunday, February 3, 2008 1pm-5pm
Throughout the weekend, visitors can participate in free special activities. Talk with active-duty US Navy sailors from USS CONSTITUTION who perform hourly demonstrations of the teamwork required to fire a cannon during battle, using a life-size replica gun deck and long gun. USS Constitution Museum staff discuss what life was like aboard ship 200 years ago as visitors examine samples of objects used at sea in the age of sail. Family-friendly activities include knot-tying and reading signal flags. Meet skilled craftsmen from the Naval Historical Center Detachment-Boston who maintain the historic warship, and etch your name on a copper sheet to be installed on CONSTITUTION's hull during a future restoration. The Kansas State Historical Society will be offering a $1 discount on admission to the Kansas Museum of History on Saturday and Sunday.
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