Project Support

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

  • 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. 
  • 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)
  • 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

410.539.1797 ext. 402
crowsom@historicships.org

 

 

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