Navy Day

Join us as we celebrate Navy Week with the United States Navy on Friday, January 27. Don’t miss this opportunity to get a first-hand look at their latest technologies and speak with Navy Divers, Meteorologists, and Sailors who serve on the Navy’s oldest commissioned ship, the USS Constitution. There will also be special performances by Navy Band Southeast and the U.S. Navy Ceremonial Guard!

Programming is free with paid museum admission.

Programming Schedule

U.S. Navy Band Brass Quintet – 1:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m.
Atrium, Level 1
Enjoy the beautiful and classic sound of the U.S. Navy Band Brass Quintet.

U.S. Navy Ceremonial Drill Team Performances – 12:00 p.m., 12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m. & 2:30 p.m.
Atrium, Level 1
Be amazed at the precision and talent of the U.S. Navy Ceremonial Drill team.

Dive into Science with U.S. Navy Divers from Explosive Ordnance Disposal Group 2
The Oculus, Level 2
Discover the amazing work that U.S. Navy Divers do every day and the science behind their dive equipment.

Exploring Ocean Science with the U.S. Navy Meteorology and Oceanography Command
ReeFL Exhibit, Aquarium – The Dive, Level 3
Discover the technology behind how the U.S. Navy gathers data on our oceans.

STEM in the 1800s with the USS Constitution – 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Outdoor Terrace, Level 4
Learn about how science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) played a role in the design of the USS Constitution back in the 1800s before trying your hand at knot tying.

Mapping and Navigation with the U.S. Navy Meteorology and Oceanography Command
Outdoor Terrace, Level 4
Before a plane can take off, ships go to sea or a submarine dives below the waves, it starts with Naval Oceanography. Learn about how Navy Meteorologists map the ocean floor and help ships and aircraft safely navigate the high seas!