‘Perfect leader’: Woman takes command of USS ConstitutionCmdr. Billie J. Farrell became the 77th commanding officer of the 224-year-old warship that earned the nickname “Old Ironsides.”23 months ago
USS Constitution crew to pay respects to health care workersOld Ironsides is scheduled to take about 200 health care workers and first responders on a three-hour tour in Boston Harbor this Friday.2 years ago
USS Constitution to reopen to public on May 21It will be Old Ironside's first underway in more than a year because of the coronavirus pandemic.3 years ago
USS Constitution names cannon in honor of 1st female chief petty officerLoretta Perfectus Walsh was sworn in as the Navy’s first chief petty officer on March 21, 1917.3 years ago
Museum to unveil papers that shed light on early years of ‘Old Ironsides,’ NavyIncluded in the more than 150 documents are correspondence from President George Washington's secretary of war and the leader of the Haitian Revolution.3 years ago
USS Constitution reopens after COVID hiatusGuests on board “Old Ironsides” as well as in the museum must wear face coverings, and the museum will require timed tickets.3 years ago
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