Project Support

The following projects are underway or in the planning stages. Your support for these efforts is greatly appreciated.

USCGC Taney Fantail Deck Repair - Historic Ships in Baltimore was recently awarded a $48,000 grant from the Maryland Heritage Areas Authority for the restoration and preservation of the fantail deck of USCGC TANEY. This area of the ship is in need of critical repairs to maintain her structural integrity and to keep the rain water out of the vessel's interior spaces. The grant requires a 1:1 match so Historic Ships needs to raise an additional $48,000 or run the risk of losing the MHAA funding. Your assistance is greatly appreciated. To make a donation to this project please click here. All contributions are fully tax-deductible. Thank you for your support!

USS Constellation Hull Repair Project - This project has received a 1:1 matching grant from the National Park Service Save America's Treasures Program in the amount of $173,000.

African Squadron Traveling Exhibit - This project, focusing on Constellation's role as flagship of the African Squadron has received a 1:1 matching grant from the Maryland Historical Trust in the amount of $50,000.

USS Constellation Heritage Center Project - This project has received $2.5 million in funding from federal, state and City sources. Approximately $.5 million for exhibit fabrication is required to complete the fundraising campaign. Download Heritage Center Brochure (PDF)

USS Constellation Parrott Rifle Project - During the Civil War, USS Constellation had two Parrott Rifles mounted on her spar deck. The Museum has a 20-pounder tube mounted on a truck carriage. Remaining task involve the purchase of a 30-pounder tube and fabricating pivoting slide carriages for both. These guns will be used for live firing demonstrations. Approximate cost: $25,000.

If you would like to learn more about these projects and support our efforts, please contact:

Christopher Rowsom

Executive Director

Historic Ships in Baltimore