John F. Kennedy Library and Museum, Boston, Massachusetts
Situated on a ten-acre park overlooking Boston Harbor, the John F. Kennedy Library and Museum is the nation's official memorial to John F. Kennedy, 35th President of the United States. The Museum at the Kennedy Library enables visitors to step back into the recreated world of the early 1960's and experience first hand the life and legacy of John F. Kennedy. In 25 dramatic exhibits, including three theaters and 20 video presentations, visitors are inspired by the stirring eloquence of John F. Kennedy and by the grace of Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy. The Museum's period settings include rare film and television footage, historic Presidential documents, personal family keepsakes, treasures from the White House, and gifts from throughout the world. From I.M. Pei's magnificent architectural achievement, guests enjoy spectacular panoramic views of Boston Harbor and the city's skyline. The Kennedy Library is the only presidential library in New England and one of ten in the United States.

The JFK Library and Museums offers:

• Free on-site parking
• Museum Store
• Group rates
• Restroom Facilities
• Museum Café

Battleship Cove, Fall River, Massachusetts
Located on Fall River's vibrant waterfront, Battleship Cove is a maritime heritage museum preserving the world's largest collection of historic naval ships. As a permanent fixture in Southeastern New England since 1965, Battleship Cove encompasses five National Historic Landmarks, the highest concentration south of Boston's Freedom Trail, and is Massachusetts' official memorial for Bay Staters killed in 9/11, WWII and the Korean, Vietnam, and Persian Gulf Wars. Visit Battleship Massachusetts; Submarine Lionfish; Destroyer Joseph P. Kennedy, Jr., famous for its role in the Cuban Missile Crisis; PT 617 & 796, the only pair of fully restored PT Boats on display in the world; and the Soviet-built Missile Corvette Hiddensee. Honor the Kennedy family's naval legacy by exploring PT 796, used in President John F. Kennedy's 1960 inauguration parade and learn more about Robert F. Kennedy's service on board the Destroyer Kennedy. See new, dynamic exhibits, pay a visit to the fully restored Fall River Carousel, and enjoy a festival of activities for the entire family!

Battleship Cove offers tour groups:

• Free on-site parking
• Personalized greeting and information
• Discounted admission
• Wardroom Grille
• Gift Shop
• Restroom Facilities
  

Itinerary Suggestions

Beginning in Boston at the John F. Kennedy Library and Museum: Allow visitors 1 ½ hours to go on a self-guided tour of the Museum where they can experience first-hand, the life and legacy of John F. Kennedy, 35th President of the United States.
Group Rates: $6 for Adults, $4 for Seniors & Students, $3 for youths 13 -17, under 12 free
Please note: All school groups from the six New England States are always admitted free
Call 617-929-4506 or 877-616-4599 to book your visit to the John F. Kennedy Library and Museum

Lunch: Choose from Phillips Old Colony House just one mile from the JFK Library, Raffaels in North Quincy or Common Market in Quincy and enjoy a sit down meal. For an alternative, offer your guests a box lunch while they travel to Fall River for a tour of Battleship Cove.

Travel Time to Fall River: 55 minutes

An afternoon at the Cove: Immerse yourself in the past and discover links to the future at Battleship Cove. Explore eight vessels and the National Destroyermen's and National Patrol Torpedo Boat Museums. Climb on board Destroyer Joseph P. Kennedy, Jr., to learn its vital role in missions, such as the Cuban Missile Crisis. Before departure, visit the wardroom on
Battleship Massachusetts and treat yourself at our Wardroom Grille. (Allow 1 ½ - 3 hours)
Group Rates (min. 10 people): $10 for Adults, $6 youths 6 -14, under 6 free
Education Group Rates: $5 for Adults, $5 youths 6-14, under 6 Free
Call 800-533-3194 to book your visit to Battleship Cove

Beginning in Fall River at Battleship Cove: Immerse yourself in the past and discover links to the future at Battleship Cove. Explore eight vessels and the National Destroyermen's and National Patrol Torpedo Boat Museums. Climb on board destroyer Joseph P. Kennedy, Jr., to learn its vital role in missions, such as the Cuban Missile Crisis.
(Allow 1 ½ - 3 hours)
Call 800-533-3194 to book your visit to Battleship Cove

Lunch: Choose from our Wardroom Café on board U.S.S. Massachusetts or Abbey Grille in Fall River, MA. Enjoy nouvelle cuisine in a beautifully restored cathedral church run by the International Institute of Culinary Arts. Lunch price range: $6 - $12. Accommodates large groups.

Travel Time to the Abbey Grille: 5 minutes
Travel Time to Boston: 55 minutes

An Afternoon in Boston at the JFK Library: Allow visitors 1 ½ hours to go on a self-guided tour of the Museum where they can experience first-hand, the life and legacy of John F. Kennedy, 35th President of the United States.
Call 617-929-4506 or 877-616-4599 to book your visit to the John F. Kennedy Library and Museum