Sail Boston 2026: USS Arlington (LPD-24)

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Sponsored by the Veterans Alumni Network

Batten down the hatches, because Sail Boston 2026 is making history!

Join fellow Hopkins alums and friends for a rare opportunity to tour the naval vessel, USS Arlington (LPD-24) as part of Sail Boston 2026, a once-in-a-lifetime maritime celebration honoring America's 250th birthday.

Our exclusive morning tour will begin promptly at 11:00 am on July 12th.This is your chance to step aboard an active U.S. Navy amphibious transport dock ship and experience naval operations up close with fellow alumni.

Once the tour is complete, participants are welcome to spend the rest of the day exploring Boston or enjoying additional Sail offerings, such as viewing and boarding the Tall Ships at various piers. Known as America’s Walking City, Boston is home to some of the nation’s most important Revolutionary-era sites, including the Freedom Trail, a 2.5-mile route past 16 historic landmarks, from Boston Common to Bunker Hill, near the Charlestown Navy Yard and the home of the USS Constitution, the oldest commissioned ship afloat in the world.

Don't miss this historic event. Secure your spot on the USS Arlington tour today!

Please note the following important tour information:

  • Please report to Flynn Cruise port Boston Black Falcon Terminal, 1 Black Falcon Avenue at 10:30 am to check in with the group and clear security for the tour.
  • Photo identification is required for entrance (MUST BE A PHYSICAL COPY)
  • You will be touring a working Navy ship and you may be required to walk up and down ladders and ramps. Please, wear comfortable clothing and shoes. Do not wear heels, sandals, or flip flops. Avoid wearing necklaces that may get caught. Avoid carrying heavy bags. Skirts should not be worn
  • Parents/guardians must be able to carry children up and down ladders
  • **For a complete list of Prohibited & Allowed items, please view the link here**

A portion of this registration fee will serve as a donation in support of future programming and events.  If you wish to not have a portion of your registration support such initiatives, you may contact the Office of Annual Giving: oag@jhu.eduThe fee supports the Johns Hopkins Alumni Association and is independent of the U.S. Navy.      

While participating in off-campus events and meetings sponsored by the JHAA/JHM/JHHS participants must follow all public health guidelines mandated by the local jurisdiction and venue at the time of the event, including vaccination and masking and distancing guidance. Johns Hopkins strongly suggests that attendees who join in person be fully vaccinated. This is subject to change. 


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 Event Date
Sunday, July 12, 2026
Start Time: 11:00am EDT

 Location
Flynn Cruise Port Black Falcon Terminal

1 Black Falcon Ave
Boston, MA 02210

 Contact
Office of Alumni Relations
Thomas Outlen
Identity & Shared Interest
800-JHU-JHU1 (548-5481)
toutlen1@jhu.edu

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