ST. 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 […]
Continue ReadingST. MICHAELS, MD The Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum’s waterfront will be filled with unique watercraft and their passionate owners and builders at Mid-Atlantic Small Craft Festival XLI on Friday-Sunday, October 4-6, 2024. You’re invited to marvel at the craftsmanship and innovation showcased through these vessels alongside hundreds of small craft enthusiasts at one of the […]
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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 The Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum is pleased to announce its latest exhibition, Sailing to Freedom: The Maritime Dimensions of the Underground Railroad, will open to guests on Friday, September 27, 2024 in the Changing Exhibitions Gallery. Opening during International Underground Railroad month and running through 2025, this special exhibition explores the lesser-known […]
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 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: Exploring troubled waters with Black Watermen program this Saturday in St. Michaels Troubled Waters: Black Watermen is a program taking place on Saturday, February 17 from 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. at the Van Lennep Auditorium of the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum. The free program is in celebration of Black History Month, with […]
Continue ReadingST. MICHAELS, MD: The St. Michaels Community Center recently announced the receipt of a generous grant from the United Fund of Talbot County, a philanthropic organization that provides economic support to local nonprofits serving the health and human services needs of Talbot County residents. Mid-Shore Community Foundation manages the grantmaking process for the United Fund, […]
Continue ReadingST. MICHAELS, MD The Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum will celebrate the Grand Opening of its new Welcome Center with a free community event offering authentic Chesapeake experiences and family fun on Saturday, December 2, 2023 from 10am-4pm. Guests are invited to attend a formal ribbon-cutting ceremony for the transformational new building at 10:30am followed by […]
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