St. Michaels, MD The special exhibition, Sailing to Freedom: Maritime Dimensions of the Underground Railroad will be the topic of discussion for a special Conversation on Race program at the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum’s Van Lennep Auditorium on Monday, February 24, 2025 beginning at 5:30 p.m. Seating is limited, with pre-registration needed. Based upon the […]
Continue ReadingST. MICHAELS, MD The Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum’s Shipyard is pleased to share the graduation of Seip Family Foundation Shipwright Apprentices Kaeo Clarke and Carstan Gage from its state-accredited program. CBMM celebrated Clarke and Gage with a ceremony in the Shipyard before a crowd of staff, friends, and state officials last week. Both have joined […]
Continue ReadingST. MICHAELS, Md The Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum is excited to welcome our local community and friends from across the region and beyond to experience Winter on the Chesapeake on our waterfront campus on Saturday, December 14, 2024 starting at noon. Held in conjunction with Christmas in St. Michaels, this festive celebration will feature live […]
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ST. MICHAELS, MD The Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum will celebrate the festive season by welcoming exhibitors from across the country to its waterfront campus on Saturday, Nov. 23, for the Holiday Edition of the Eastern Shore Sea Glass & Coastal Arts Festival. Now held twice annually at CBMM, the popular celebration of all things […]
Continue ReadingST. MICHAELS, MD The Bay’s favorite bivalve takes the spotlight at the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum’s OysterFest on Saturday, October 26, from 10am-4pm. At OysterFest, you’re invited to enjoy oysters served a variety of ways, along with other local fare, craft beer, and spirits, plus fun for the whole family with live music on two […]
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ST. MICHAELS, MD With its 2024 fall Speaker Event schedule, the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum is pleased to spotlight a range of accomplished presenters sharing their unique expertise and storytelling to highlight the region’s rich history, environment, and culture. Hosted in the Van Lennep Auditorium and available virtually, these programs are designed to spark important […]
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ST. MICHAELS, Md In partnership with the Universal Sailing Club, the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum is proud to host the 11th annual Souls at Sea ceremony on Saturday, August 24, 2024 starting at 1pm. Drawing on African traditions, this is an on-water remembrance and libation ceremony honoring the millions of captive Africans who perished during […]
Continue ReadingST. MICHAELS, MD The Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum will mark Independence Day by hosting Big Band Night on Saturday, July 6, 2024. CBMM’s Welcome Center opens at 6pm for this annual celebration that invites the community to bring lawn chairs and picnic blankets for an evening of music, dancing, and fireworks along the Miles River. […]
Continue ReadingST. MICHAELS, MD The 36th Antique & Classic Boat Festival and Coastal Arts Fair is coming to the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum on June 14-16, 2024 inviting guests to take a step back in time in celebration of the history and artistry of these venerable vessels. Celebrating this year’s theme of “It’s All About Fishing,” […]
Continue ReadingST. MICHAELS, MD With the support of its community partners, the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum is pleased to announce its inaugural First Responders & Frontline Workers Appreciation Week coming May 13–17, 2024. CBMM is inviting all first responders, frontline workers, and their families to enjoy free admission that week in recognition of all they do […]
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