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Published three times each year, The Chesapeake Log is CBMM’s member publication that offers a closer look at the people, initiatives, and collection items that help the organization to preserve and explore the history, environment, and culture of the Chesapeake Bay region and make this resource accessible to all. For early access to The Chesapeake Log, become a member today!

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Jim Koerner paints a tree that will be part of the Bear Me Into Freedom exhibition
Behind the scenes of Bear Me Into Freedom

The countdown is on to the debut of the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum’s special exhibition, Bear Me Into Freedom:…

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Ben Heyer and Roland Payabyab work on the Lighthouse Skiff.
Meet our newest Shipwright Apprentices

We’re thrilled to introduce our two newest Shipwright Apprentices, Ben Heyer and Roland Payabyab. They join second-year apprentices Austin…

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Bear Me Into Freedom opens to guests on Friday, Feb. 27, and will run until the end of 2027.
CBMM’s Bear Me Into Freedom exhibition opens Feb. 27

  ST. MICHAELS, Md., Feb. 2, 2026 – During Black History Month amid the nation’s 250th anniversary celebration, the…

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CBMM's Spring Member Presale
Spring starts early for CBMM members!

The Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum’s Spring Member Presale is underway! We hope that you are as excited as we…

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A scene from CBMM's Shipyard.
Winnie Estelle Refit Update #21: Building Bulwarks

The Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum’s Shipyard has reached the home stretch of its extensive refit of 1920 Chesapeake Bay buyboat Winnie Estelle….

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Now showing: A Passion for Oysters

Jan. 14, 2026 | #MyChesapeakeStory Well-timed amid the height of oyster season, “A Passion for Oysters” is now showing…

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This winter, the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum invites audiences to hear from authors, scholars, and community members exploring topics illuminating the past, present, and future of life on the Bay. (Photo by George Sass)
Don’t miss these CBMM Speaker Events this winter

ST. MICHAELS, Md., Jan. 6, 2026 – Kicking off the new year, the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum is pleased…

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Kristen Greenaway, CBMM's Annual Fund
Beyond 60 Years of CBMM with Kristen Greenaway

This month, the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum closes out our 60th anniversary celebration that we’ve highlighted with special videos,…

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Matt Gauthier works aboard Winnie Estelle.
Winnie Estelle Refit Update #20: Behind-the-Scenes Planning

In our latest update on the refit of 1920 Chesapeake Bay buyboat Winnie Estelle, On the Water Lead Captain…

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You're invited to experience Winter on the Chesapeake at CBMM this Saturday, Dec. 13. (Photo by George Sass)
Experience Winter on the Chesapeake at CBMM this Saturday

ST. MICHAELS, Md., Dec. 11, 2025 – Join the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum for Winter on the Chesapeake this Saturday, Dec….

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Give the gift of Chesapeake experiences this holiday season!

Dec. 1, 2025 | #MyChesapeakeStory This holiday season, share the magic of the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum with your…

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CBMM's Annual FUNd-a-palooza 2025
Thanks for supporting CBMM’s Annual FUNd-a-palooza!

Thank you to everyone who made a gift earlier this week as part of Annual FUNd-a-palooza! This daylong celebration was all…

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