United States Naval Shipbuilding Museum & USS Salem
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4.7 (338)Anchored in Quincy, the world’s only preserved heavy cruiser serves as an imposing floating museum of naval history.
Description
Commissioned in 1949, the USS Salem earned the moniker 'The Monster of the Boston Navy Yard' as a Des Moines-class heavy cruiser. Inside, the ship houses extensive exhibits focused on shipbuilding heritage and military artifacts, with knowledgeable and friendly volunteers helping provide a closer look throughout the vessel.
