The Romanian Association of New England (ARNE) invites you to join us in welcoming the “Mircea,” the legendary training ship of the Romanian Naval Forces, currently on a special visit to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Independence of the United States. We will meet at the following dates and times:
Official Welcome
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Saturday, July 11, 2026
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Time: 8:00 AM
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Location: Charlestown – Pier 4, 3B (where it will dock following the parade of sails).
Let’s be present in as large a number as possible to give the crew a warm welcome and to proudly represent the Romanian community in New England!
Public Visiting Hours:
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July 11: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM (Group at 7:00 PM)
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July 12: 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM (Group at 2:00 PM)
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July 13–15: 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM (Group at 4:00 PM)
Visitors will have the opportunity to board one of the most beautiful training ships in the world and discover Romania’s maritime tradition and history. We suggest organizing ourselves into groups of a maximum of 30 people to ensure a proper welcome and a tour of the ship with explanations provided by the crew.
We invite you to wear traditional ie blouses or clothes in the colors of the tricolor and to bring the Romanian flag. Together, we will create a memorable atmosphere and demonstrate the beauty and hospitality of the Romanian community, wherever it may be in the world.