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 Get a great deal while supporting a terrific cause by purchasing your next vessel at the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum’s annual Charity Boat Auction on Saturday, August 31, 2024. Dozens of boats and watercraft, ranging in size and performance, will be auctioned off to the highest bidders. New this year, there will […]
Continue ReadingST. MICHAELS, MD Get ready to experience the vibrant spirit of the Eastern Shore at Watermen’s Appreciation Day, hosted by the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum on Sunday, August 11, 2024 from 10am-4pm. A partnership between CBMM and the Talbot Watermen Association (TWA), this annual celebration honors the hardworking men and women who define our coastal […]
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 epic tale of Winnie Estelle added a new chapter recently with a visit from 10 family members of builder Noah T. Evans to the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum’s Shipyard. In 1920, Evans named the Chesapeake Bay buyboat after his daughters Winnie and Estelle, and more than a century later, several of […]
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 […]
Continue ReadingST. MICHAELS, MD Make plans now to join the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum for exploration, relaxation, and family fun on the Miles River in the coming months through Patriot Cruises, log canoe racing charters, and more. Providing on-the-water experiences is central to CBMM’s mission, and the addition of the cruise boat PATRIOT to the fleet […]
Continue ReadingST. MICHAELS, MD: The Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum and Chesapeake College are teaming up to offer an introduction to marine welding next month. No experience is required for WEL: Special Topics–Marine Welding Processes, which will be offered over three sessions on March 22-24. The Friday evening class, running 6-8:30pm, will be held at CBMM’s Shipyard […]
Continue ReadingST. MICHAELS, Md: Arriving at the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum’s Van Lennep Auditorium last September for the opening celebration of Her Helm: Portraits of Women on the Chesapeake, Kate Dumhart wasn’t merely excited to see her photo featured on the wall. The captain of the schooner Sultana was also thrilled to finally meet the other […]
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