Step aboard with Robin and Chris as they explore one of Boston’s greatest historical treasures: the USS Constitution, affectionately known as Old Ironsides. From her construction in 1797 using live and white oak, to her legendary battles against HMS Guerriere and HMS Java during the War of 1812, Constitution’s story is full of craftsmanship, bravery, and endurance. Robin and Chris guide listeners through life aboard the ship, including the daily routines of sailors, midshipmen, and officers, the challenges of navigating and maintaining a fully armed frigate, and her role in peacetime missions protecting American commerce and diplomacy.

Discover how Constitution survived centuries through meticulous restorations and ongoing preservation efforts, allowing visitors today to experience history firsthand. Robin and Chris describe walkin ...