Shipmates Reunion Information


The USS BOSTON Shipmates organization has two purposes:
  • Collecting and preserving information about the contributions of BOSTON ships and crews to the history of our great country.
  • Reuniting men who served aboard a USS BOSTON so they can renew old acquaintances, rekindle rich memories, and swap sea stories.
Our USS BOSTON reunions attract 300 to 600 people each year. Officers, Sailors, Marines, Flag, Drone Units... all are welcome. Our reunions are family affairs, with activities for everyone and everyone at all activities. Some Shipmates have attended every single reunion since 1987.

Our reunions are planned, organized, and run entirely by our volunteer committee members, many of whom have had a part in managing ten or more USS BOSTON reunions. Unlike other organizations, we have one central committee with a wealth of experience. Two of our committee members are Certified Meeting Planners.

There is no business meeting at our reunion, just comradeship and clean family fun. Wives and widows (and other family members) are welcome, and enjoy themselves. Up to nine widows typically attend the reunion each year.

2010 Reunion

The next reunion will be held in Washington, DC. The dates are July 8 through 11, 2010.

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The Hilton Washington Dulles Airport Hotel will be the sole Official Headquarters Hotel for our 2010 reunion. Our special reunion rate is $79 per night. You might want to take advantage of this rate and extend your stay before and after the reunion.

What Are We Doing There?

  • Reminiscing with Shipmates
  • Lazy Susan Dinner Theater ***THIS IS SOLD OUT***
  • The Smithsonian National Air & Space Museum (Udvar-Hazy Center) in Chantilly, Virginia
  • The National Museum of the Marine Corps
  • Arlington National Cemetery (for our Annual Memorial Ceremony)
  • The National World War II Memorial
  • Potomac River Cruise aboard the Spirit of Washington***THIS IS SOLD OUT***
  • Reminiscing with Shipmates
How Do I Register?
  • First, you register with us, using the form that is in the January newsletter ( or this form).
  • Then you register with the hotel. Their number is: 800-HILTONS (800-445-8667) or 703-478-2900
    If you’re registering online, our group code is: UBR

What Happens At A Reunion?

This will tell you.

Go to general reunion information page.

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