Guide to Navy Week & OpSail: June 28 - July 6
Boston became a port o' plenty, thanks to the overlap of Boston Harborfest, War of 1812 bicentennial celebrations, Navy Week, and OpSail Boston.
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(Aram Boghosian for The Boston Globe)Boston Navy Week 2012 scenes
Check out scenes from the Commemoration of the Bicentennial of the War of 1812, like the arrival of Cisne Branco, a tall ship of the Brazilian Navy, on June 30.
- Video Tall Ships make their way into Boston Harbor
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- Video For Constitution crew, a historic assignment
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See which ships will be in town
Take a look at some of the naval ships and sailing vessels in town for the event and learn some fun facts about the boats.
AT A GLANCE
The naval ships are arriving Friday, June 29 and the Tall Ships are arriving in the morning on Saturday, June 30.
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Where to watch the ships
Whether you prefer catching the sights of the tall ships by land or by sea, we've got you covered. Here's our round-up of some places to watch the tall ships and naval vessels in town.
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All ships will be open to the public at various times during the weekend and through July 5. See where they are and the schedule.
Waterfront event highlights
From mock sea battles to a singles cruise to a re-enactment of the Boston Tea Party (pictured), here are some things worth checking out.
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- Harborfest
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- Navy Week
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- Tall Ships
Full schedule of events
Includes events related to Op-Sail and the Bicentennial of the War of 1812, as well as a few featured Boston Harborfest events.
Parking and travel information
Additional buses and trains will be added to accommodate the thousands of visitors to the city that are expected. Find out which trains to take, where to park, and more.
Guidelines for touring the ships
Remember that a ship is an industrial environment. There may be steep ladders and stairways to climb and uneven surfaces to traverse during a tour.
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Send us your ship photos
From Boston to Charlestown and everywhere in between, we want to see your photos of the Tall Ships, the Naval vessels, and you and your loved ones out enjoying the sights.
Eagle gives history lessons at sea
The Coast Guard cutter Eagle, one of the tall ships that will arrive in Boston Saturday for Operation Sail, is not only a symbol of a nautical past but also a training vessel for future maritime leaders. (Boston Globe)
What's new on the waterfront
Looking for adventure on Boston's up-and-coming waterfront? From food trucks and boat rides to a carousel for the kids, find things to do.
