
Veterans Cruise
Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area · Massachusetts
Photo: Boston Harbor Islands
Next time
Saturday, Nov 14 · 11:00 AM
Local time at the park
About this program
Honor veterans and active service members with a special cruise and excursion to Georges Island.
Enjoy a cruise to Georges Island in honor of veterans and active service members. This year there will be opportunities to explore Fort Warren on a historical guided tour, reflect on your service through our Share Your Story space, and fun self-guided activities for all ages.
Light snacks and warm beverages will also be provided, but we encourage visitors to plan accordingly by either bringing lunch from home or purchasing food aboard the ferry.
****ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST ARRIVE EARLY FOR CHECK IN AND BOARDING****
Meeting Location: 10 Waterside Ave, Boston, MA 02210 (Fan Pier)
Arrive for check in: 10:30AM
Schedule:
• Depart from Fan Pier: 11:00AM
• Arrive to Georges: 11:45PM
• Depart from Georges: 2:00PM
• Return to Fan Pier: 2:45PM
Ticket Pricing:
• Veterans & Active Military: Free
• Friends, family & general public: $5
• Children 4-12 years: FREE
• Children 3 years and under: FREE
If cost is a barrier to your participation, please contact access@bostonharbornow.org
Important weather note:
This program will be held rain or shine, unless weather is inclement or severe enough to threaten visitor safety.
We encourage all visitors to watch the weather closely, plan ahead to come prepared for potentially rainy or windy conditions, and try to be available for both dates.
About
This program is presented by Boston Harbor Islands National and State Park, National Parks of Boston, the Department of Conservation of Recreation, Boston Harbor Now, The Highland Street Foundation, and Boston Harbor City Cruises.
- Where to meet
- Ship departs from Fan Pier and visits Georges Island.
- Good to know
- Please arrive for check-in at 10:30.
From the National Park Service.
Upcoming dates
- Saturday, Nov 1411:00 AM
Schedule from the Boston Harbor Islands National Recreation Area, checked daily. Programs can change, so check before you go.
At the park that day
Sunset
4:24 PM
Saturday
No closures or road changes reported within 20 miles in the last week.