Historic Ships in Baltimore

08/24/2026

What a night! Last Thursday, thunderstorms threatened to crash Historic Sips, but the rain stopped just in time for the party and guests enjoyed a double rainbow over the waterfront! 🌈🌈

Thanks to everyone who joined us aboard USS Constellation for our event. From the Cutter 37-inspired Pacific Queen cocktail to cannon fire, ship tours, waterfront views, and plenty of good company, it was another night well spent on deck. 🌊🍹

We were especially happy to welcome members of our Living Classrooms Foundation family, including teachers, staff, and the principal from The Crossroads School! 💙

And a special shoutout to William Meyers, who joined us while visiting from Boston. Proof that a trip to Baltimore is better with a little history – and a cocktail! 😉

Summer may be winding down, but Historic Sips is not done yet! Two more events are on the horizon:

🍹 September 17: https://tinyurl.com/SipsSept17
🍹 October 15: https://tinyurl.com/SipsOct15

Come sip, explore, and enjoy the waterfront with us before the season sails away! ⚓

08/21/2026

08/21/2026

Due to the forecasted weather on Saturday, our Constellation Ship's Surgeon's visit has been rescheduled to Sunday. Come by between 11 and 3 on August 23 to learn about how illness and injury could be treated aboard a Navy ship in the Civil War!

08/19/2026

Join us tomorrow, 5:30–7:30 PM, for Historic Sips aboard the USS Constellation and see firsthand what it takes to care for, interpret, and share the stories of our historic ships!

Our featured cocktail is the Pacific Queen, inspired by the legacy of U.S. Coast Guard Cutter 37, the last remaining floating warship that was present during the attack on Pearl Harbor. Crafted with tropical flavors and island-inspired notes, the cocktail pays tribute to the Cutter's distinguished service across the Pacific.

Come for the cocktails and waterfront views. Stay for the stories and the people who make every visit memorable. ⚓️

This celebrates our staff and crew who know the stories, understand the ships, welcome our visitors, and create meaningful experiences on the waterfront. Join us tomorrow to see them in action!

🗓 Thursday, August 20 | 5:30–7:30 PM
📍 USS Constellation
🎟️ https://tinyurl.com/8vt3wrms

08/15/2026

⚓ Today in history:

August 15, 1945 marked the end of the Second World War, with Japan making the initial announcement of the country's surrender. At the time, USS Torsk was patrolling the Sea of Japan, and had sunk two vessels by torpedo the previous day - unknowingly firing the last torpedos of the war.

After the cease-fire, Torsk remained in the Sea of Japan until August 31, destroying sea mines and conducting surveillance. She was officially released from duty in the area on September 1.

08/15/2026

The Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab Amateur Radio Club (W3APL) has taken over the Seven Foot Knoll Lighthouse and is contacting other radio clubs across the country! So far they’ve reached lighthouses as far away as Florida and Louisiana - and here they are chatting with Overlook Ridge Park in Minnesota. We’re a little jealous of Minnesota’s weather today!

08/12/2026

This is all about learning by doing! ⚓

Our maritime workforce development participants are building skills at every level – from learning the basics of knot tying and marina operations to taking on more advanced vessel training.

Several of our most experienced crew members spent time learning to handle larger vessels aboard Living Classrooms Foundation's Mildred Belle with Captain Rob. They practiced pre-trip engine checks and startup, man-overboard drills, and docking.

Crew members have also been learning marina operations, mastering the bowline, and working toward their Maryland State Boater Safety Certificates. These hands-on experiences help our crew build the confidence, leadership, and practical skills needed to advance their careers on the waterfront and beyond. 🌊

08/12/2026

Come join us for another International Lighthouse + Lightship Weekend on August 15 and 16!

Our friends at the Laurel Amateur Radio Club will return to Lightship Chesapeake, bringing the ship's radio room to life as they go "on the air" to contact as many other light stations as they can. They will be joined this year by the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab Amateur Radio Club, who will be setting up inside Seven Foot Knoll Lighthouse. Be sure to stop by both sites to see how far their radios reach, and which other light stations they are chatting with.

08/10/2026

Attention, ARMYs!

BTS’s music video for “SWIM” features some scenes very similar to what you may see on our ships. If you’re in Baltimore for the concert, visit USS Constellation for the chance to recreate scenes from the video yourself!

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