The Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum in St. Michaels, Md., is now accepting submissions for its upcoming exhibition, The Changing Chesapeake. Although steeped in traditional culture, the Chesapeake has long been a place of change and evolution, and its history driven by response to that change. The Changing Chesapeake seeks submissions from students and adults alike, […]
Continue ReadingST MICHAELS, MD – On Saturday & Sunday, March 19–20, 2022 from 10am–4pm, experienced woodworkers and beginners alike are invited to the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum to learn the basics of nameboard carving. CBMM’s Shipyard Programs Manager Jennifer Kuhn will host the workshop, giving participants an introduction to the skills necessary to hand-carve their very […]
Continue ReadingST MICHAELS, MD – On Saturday, April 2, and Sunday, April 3, 2022 the Eastern Shore Sea Glass & Coastal Arts Festival will return to the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum in St. Michaels, Md. The festival, now in its 10th year, takes place on CBMM’s waterfront campus from 10am–5pm Saturday and 10am–4pm Sunday, with all […]
Continue ReadingThis spring, the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum and Chesapeake College are partnering to offer the public a chance to learn more about marine welding. Scheduled for Tuesdays, March 29–May 10, from 6–8:30pm, advance registration for the program is required at bit.ly/MarineWelding. In the seven-session course, participants will gain a deep understanding of marine welding processes, […]
Continue ReadingST MICHAELS, MD – Chesapeake photographer Jay Fleming’s work will be featured in a new special exhibition at the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum in St. Michaels, Md., starting January 28, 2022. Island Life: Changing Culture, Changing Shorelines will be on display in CBMM’s Van Lennep Auditorium through May 29, 2022. Originally planned for a 2020 […]
Continue ReadingST MICHAELS, MD – The Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum in St. Michaels, Md., will host a series of volunteer interest meetings this year to welcome more members to its volunteer team. Volunteer roles include opportunities with guided tours and programs, exhibitions and collections, caring for CBMM’s grounds and gardens, on-the-water and dockside with its Floating […]
Continue ReadingST MICHAELS, MD – The Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum is pleased to announce that it has been awarded more than $30,000 in grant funds from the Rural Maryland Council (RMC) to support its Shipwright Apprentice Program. CBMM is proud to be engaged in certified workforce training and has been operating a successful Shipwright Apprentice Program […]
Continue ReadingSt Michaels – On four Saturdays this winter, young mariners ages 4–9 are invited to the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum in St. Michaels, Md., to participate in CBMM’s STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math) Team. Class sizes are limited, with advanced registration needed. Each week, STEAM Team participants will join a CBMM educator in a […]
Continue ReadingOn Saturday, November 20, and Sunday, November 21, 2021 the Eastern Shore Sea Glass & Coastal Arts Festival will return to the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum in St. Michaels, Md. The festival, now in its ninth year, takes place on CBMM’s waterfront campus from 10am–4pm Saturday and Sunday, with all tickets valid for admission on […]
Continue ReadingST MICHAELS, MD – From Friday–Saturday, October 1–3, 2021 the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum will once again host one of the nation’s largest gatherings of small boat enthusiasts and unique watercraft at Mid-Atlantic Small Craft Festival XXXVII. During the festival, CBMM guests can marvel at the craftsmanship and innovation used in traditional and contemporary small […]
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