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Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum

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Speaker Series Watermen’s Story SwapThu, Jan 29, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM

On Thursday, Jan. 29, in the Van Lennep Auditorium, join local author and emcee Brent Lewis, as well as a panel of local watermen, for a lively evening of stories of the past and present drawn from lives spent on the water harvesting from the Bay.
CBMM held its first Watermen's Story Swap in 2024.
Speaker Series
Shipyard Program Drawing BoatsSat, Feb 21, 9:00 AM – Sun, Feb 22, 3:00 PM

Join guest instructor Tom Price in the Shipyard on Feb. 21-22 for a weekend class sharing the art of boat design through sketching.
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Explore the Chesapeake Bay through hands-on learning, world-class exhibitions, and on-the-water experiences. Watch the restoration of the Bay’s historic vessels in our Working Shipyard. Participate in programs that shine a light on the Bay’s maritime history and culture. You can do it all at your Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum!

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Jan 23

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Less stress. More intention. 💍 Our new Micro Wedding Package is perfect for couples dreaming of an intimate waterfront celebration at CBMM. ✨ Bridal suite included ✨ Up to 50 guests ✨ Three indoor reception venues ✨ Beautiful ceremony spots across campus ✨ Sunday–Friday dates Learn more at cbmmweddings.com #CBMMWeddings #MicroWedding #WaterfrontWedding #EasternShoreWeddings #StMichaelsMD

Less stress. More intention. 💍
Our new Micro Wedding Package is perfect for couples dreaming of an intimate waterfront celebration at CBMM.

✨ Bridal suite included
✨ Up to 50 guests
✨ Three indoor reception venues
✨ Beautiful ceremony spots across campus
✨ Sunday–Friday dates

Learn more at cbmmweddings.com

#CBMMWeddings #MicroWedding #WaterfrontWedding #EasternShoreWeddings #StMichaelsMD ...

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Jan 23

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Due to the winter weather forecast, CBMM and the Museum Store will be closed on Sunday, Jan. 25. We are open today and Saturday and look forward to welcoming you!

Due to the winter weather forecast, CBMM and the Museum Store will be closed on Sunday, Jan. 25. We are open today and Saturday and look forward to welcoming you! ...

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Jan 22

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Private charters aboard Patriot are booking now for reunions, weddings, birthdays, and more. Joyce is ready to help you lock in your perfect event! Dates are filling fast. Learn more & start planning: Link in Bio! #PatriotCruises #OnTheChesapeake #ChesapeakeBay #CBMM #MyChesapeakeStory #PrivateCharter #BayViews #CelebrateOnTheWater #StMichaelsMD

Private charters aboard Patriot are booking now for reunions, weddings, birthdays, and more. Joyce is ready to help you lock in your perfect event! Dates are filling fast.

Learn more & start planning: Link in Bio!

#PatriotCruises #OnTheChesapeake #ChesapeakeBay #CBMM #MyChesapeakeStory #PrivateCharter #BayViews #CelebrateOnTheWater #StMichaelsMD ...

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Jan 21

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Join Brent Lewis for our Watermen’s Story Swap on Jan. 29. Real stories from local watermen about life on the Chesapeake. A few in-person spots left, plus a virtual option. Register: Link in Bio! #CBMM #WatermensStorySwap #ChesapeakeBay #BayStories #MaritimeHeritage #MyChesapeakeStory

Join Brent Lewis for our Watermen’s Story Swap on Jan. 29.
Real stories from local watermen about life on the Chesapeake.
A few in-person spots left, plus a virtual option.
Register: Link in Bio!

#CBMM #WatermensStorySwap #ChesapeakeBay #BayStories #MaritimeHeritage #MyChesapeakeStory ...

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