MSPE Event: Aug. 7 Private Tour of USS Constitution
USS Constitution (Photo courtesy: www.history.navy.mil)
On Thursday, August 7, 2014, MSPE invites members, guests and colleagues to enjoy a specially-arranged private tour of the world’s oldest commissioned warship afloat – also known as ‘Old Ironsides’.
This will be one of the final opportunities to tour the Constitution at her berth in Charlestown Navy Yard until 2018, as the ship will enter dry dock in 2015 for scheduled restoration.
Don’t miss this opportunity to enjoy a private after-hours tour and explore places on the magnificent and historic ship that are typically off-limits to the public. You’ll go beyond touring the top three decks (spar, gun, and berth), to go below-deck and step on the keel; see where gunpowder was stored, and more! Each area will be manned by one of Constitution’s active duty U.S. Navy Sailors, who will answer questions and help illustrate Constitution’s storied past.
ALL GUESTS must be at least 18 years old.
SCHEDULE:
6:00 PM – Assemble at USS Constitution
6:10 PM – Tour starts
7:00 PM – Tour ends
7:15 PM – OPTIONAL dinner at the Navy Yard Bistro and Wine Bar [SOLD OUT]
(NOTE: The dinner tickets are sold out, but tour participants are welcome to join the group at the Navy Yard Bistro for pre-dinner socializing and cocktails.)
TICKET PRICING: (Must be 18+ years old)
Tour ONLY – Member or Spouse: $20.00
Tour ONLY – Non-member: $30.00 (See also: SPECIAL OFFER below)
Tour & DINNER – Member or Spouse: $35.00 [SOLD OUT]
Tour & DINNER – Non-member: $50.00 [SOLD OUT]
CLICK HERE to register and purchase tickets through Eventbrite
IMPORTANT NOTES: Please arrive at least 15 minutes early to allow time for a mandatory airport-style security screening, which is required for all visitors (civilian & military, even in uniform). All participants must be at least 18 years old, and present a valid Federal or State-issued photo ID or passport to board the ship.
SPECIAL OFFER FOR NON-MEMBERS:
The ticket price for the tour (or tour and dinner) will be completely refunded for non-members who decide to join MSPE! Here’s how to take advantage of this special offer: After the tour, simply join NSPE/MSPE before August 30, 2014 and MSPE will mail you a rebate check when your membership is recorded. (Note: When you become a member of the National Society of Professional Engineers (NSPE), you also become a member of our state society, MSPE.)