Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum

Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum Your Chesapeake adventure begins here! With a park-like setting of outdoor and indoor exhibitions in the historic town of St.
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The Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and exploring the history, environment and people of the Chesapeake Bay; and the values of relevance, authenticity, and stewardship guide us in every aspect of our work. Michaels, CBMM offers changing exhibits, demonstrations, boat rides on the Miles River, and annual festivals celebrating Chesapeake Bay cultur

e, boats, seafood, and history. CBMM’s floating fleet of historic Chesapeake Bay watercraft is the largest in existence and its small boat collection includes crabbing skiffs, workboats, and log canoes. Real shipwrights building authentic Chesapeake wooden boats are part of the CBMM experience, and they are available to share the heritage of traditional boatbuilding with guests. Rediscover the fun of playing on the Bay; take in beautiful, changing exhibits in the Steamboat Building; climb atop the historic 1879 Hooper Strait Lighthouse; learn about the heritage of oystering and waterfowling; get your hands dirty pulling up a crab pot or nippering for oysters at Waterman’s Wharf; or take part in a hands-on workshop through the Apprentice for a Day program and experience traditional wooden boatbuilding in the CBMM's working Shipyard. Our members even have docking privileges along CBMM’s harbor front campus. For more information, visit CBMM in St. Michaels or on the web at www.cbmm.org.

06/08/2026

Happy World Oceans Day!

Out on the Chesapeake aboard Rosie Parks, it's easy to be reminded that our waterways are more than just places on a map. They're where stories are shared, traditions are passed down, and communities come together.

From skipjack sailing to log canoe racing, the Chesapeake's maritime culture is still very much alive—and we're proud to help preserve it.

Here's to the waters that connect us and the heritage they help carry forward.

Take a deep breath and unwind by the water.Join instructor Colleen Morrison for Yoga on Navy Point, an all-levels class ...
06/07/2026

Take a deep breath and unwind by the water.

Join instructor Colleen Morrison for Yoga on Navy Point, an all-levels class overlooking the Miles River. Whether you're new to yoga or have an established practice, you'll find a welcoming space to move, breathe, and connect.

📍 Navy Point (or the Small Boat Shed in case of rain)
🗓 Thursday, June 11 | 5:30–6:30pm

💲 $20 per session | CBMM members save 20%

Register: https://cbmm.org/event/yoga-on-navy-point-june11-2026/

Additional classes are available June 18 and June 25.

06/06/2026

The Chesapeake Celebrations continue June 27!
Join us for Play on the Bay, a day of free boat rides, fishing, face painting, hands-on activities, family fun, and the season’s first log canoe race on the Miles River.
🎟️ Details & Tickets: https://cbmm.org/event/chesapeake-celebrations-play-on-the-bay/

06/05/2026

🎺 The countdown is on!

Big Band Night is just one month away. Join us on Sunday, July 5 for live music, waterfront views, and a summer tradition that brings our community together on the Miles River, ending with the St. Michaels fireworks.

🎟️ Tickets: https://cbmm.org/event/big-band-night/

06/04/2026

Want to be part of the St. Michaels Flag Day Boat Parade?

Join us aboard PATRIOT or one of CBMM’s historic vessels on June 14 and cruise alongside 40 decorated boats, including a 100+ foot Navy yard patrol vessel visiting from Annapolis.

🇺🇸 Dress in red, white, and blue.
Be part of the parade!

Reserve your spot aboard the parade or come watch the festivities from CBMM’s waterfront campus with free admission during the St. Michaels Flag Day Celebration. Visit the link below for cruise tickets and full event details.

https://cbmm.org/event/st-michaels-flag-day-celebration/

06/03/2026

Close to home and across the globe, all eyes are on Chesapeake Bay log canoe racing!

This quintessential Chesapeake tradition is featured in the June edition of What's Up? Media, with beautiful photos by CBMM volunteer photographer Sharon Thorpe , and was also recently highlighted in Chasse-Marée, a French maritime magazine featuring historic images from CBMM's collections.

Come experience the thrilling action for yourself!

Starting June 27-28, we're thrilled to offer a series of cruises and charter opportunities this summer to share an up-close view of racing on the Miles River, complete with live narration from our experienced crew.

Reserve your spot: https://cbmm.org/resources/experience-log-canoe-racing-on-the-miles-river/

06/02/2026

Have you stopped by our working Shipyard lately? Our shipwrights are in the final stage of a major refit of the 1920 Chesapeake Bay buyboat Winnie Estelle, working through the remaining punch list ahead of its return to the water later this year.

In our latest update video, Master Shipwright Patrick Mertaugh leads a tour of Winnie Estelle, sharing ongoing work on the bulwarks and cap rail, windlass, and steering system.

Stay tuned for updates throughout the project and learn more about all that’s happening in the Shipyard at the next edition of Coffee & Wood Chips with Vessel Conservation Manager Sam Hilgartner this Friday, June 5, at 10am. This monthly program is free for CBMM members and $10 for non-members.

Register: https://cbmm.org/event/coffee-wood-chips-june2026/

🎥 Blink Horn Productions

06/01/2026

We're celebrating by highlighting a War of 1812 Chesapeake mystery. 🕵️
This June, stop by the Craig Fuller & Diane Terpeluk Theater to watch Search for the USS Scorpion, a Maryland Public Television documentary following underwater archaeologists as they investigate a shipwreck in the Patuxent River believed to be the USS Scorpion, the flagship of Commodore Joshua Barney’s Chesapeake Flotilla.

The 28-minute film is showing daily at 11am and 2pm, and available on demand. Viewing is included with general admission, which is always free for CBMM members.

Whether you're joining us this month for the St. Michaels Flag Day Celebration, the Antique & Classic Boat Festival, Chesapeake Celebrations: Play on the Bay, or a day of campus exploration, add this fascinating Chesapeake story to your visit!

Learn more & plan your visit: https://cbmm.org/resources/now-showing-search-for-the-uss-scorpion/

05/31/2026

🛶 Quiet water, wildlife sightings, and a relaxing pace. Morning paddles are back at CBMM on select Saturdays, beginning June 13.

Join our experienced kayak guides for a relaxed morning paddle on the Miles River. Along the way, you'll enjoy scenic views and learn about the area's natural and maritime history. Keep an eye out for wildlife like turtles, cownose rays, birds, and maybe even a snake or two!

Whether you're new to kayaking or have years of experience, this paddle is designed for all skill levels. Bring your own vessel or rent one of ours!

Reserve your spot: https://cbmm.org/event/morning-paddle-june13-2026/

05/30/2026

We're counting down to the opening of Stories from the Shoreline on July 1!

Join us over the coming weeks for a behind-the-scenes look at this new exhibition and the stories, voices, and artifacts that helped bring it to life. We'll share some of the people, traditions, and objects featured in the exhibition, including items that have never been displayed before.

Follow along and get ready for our newest long-term exhibition!
Learn more: https://cbmm.org/stories-from-the-shoreline/

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213 N Talbot Street
Saint Michaels, MD
21663

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 5pm
Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm
Sunday 10am - 5pm

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