All “A-Boat” Teamwork: Mayflower II and the USS Constitution
Captain Whit Perry and the Museum’s Maritime Preservation and Operations team recently welcomed members of the USS Constitution’s crew aboard Mayflower II for collaborative ship rigging and sail training.
Mayflower II
An iconic symbol of freedom, Mayflower II is a full-scale reproduction of the tall ship that brought the Pilgrims to Plymouth in 1620. Built in Brixham, Devon, England from 1955 to 1957, Mayflower II memorializes renewed international alliances between Great Britain and United States during World War II. Like her namesake before her, Mayflower II made a historic trans-Atlantic journey and arrived to Plymouth under sail on June 13, 1957 to great fanfare. Since her arrival, and under Plimoth Patuxet's stewardship, millions of visitors have crossed her decks to learn about the Pilgrims’ journey. Added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2020, Mayflower II stands as the jewel of Plymouth's historic waterfront and is a leading cultural destination in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
Captain Whit Perry and the Museum’s Maritime Preservation and Operations team were pleased to welcome members of the USS Constitution’s crew aboard Mayflower II recentlyfor collaborative ship rigging and sail training.
About the USS Constitution
USS CONSTITUTION, the WORLD'S OLDEST COMMISSIONED WARSHIP AFLOAT and AMERICA'S SHIP OF STATE, promotes the United States Navy and America's naval heritage through educational outreach, public access and historic demonstrations both in port and underway in Boston Harbor.
The collaborative training sessions took place over multiple days providing hands-on experience for both crews of Mayflower II and the USS Constitution. As the two crews worked together, they were able to share maritime heritage, knowledge, and expertise.
