The Annapolis Maritime Museum

Since 2021 ANNAPOLIS MARITIME MUSEUM & PARK Award-Winning Museum & Skipjack Cruises

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Maritime Museum & Skipjack Tours

Learn about the Annapolis area’s maritime heritage and the ecology of the Chesapeake Bay from both land and water.

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Private Events & Community Events

Our two waterfront venues are the perfect setting for picturesque waterfront weddings, corporate events, parties, family gathering, and more. 

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Field Trips, Classes & More

Our Eastport community plays an important role at the Annapolis Maritime Museum and we host regular events throughout the year.

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Visit Award-Winning Museum Exhibits. Available Tuesday–Sunday 10AM – 3PM

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Celebrating 25 Years of Preserving Annapolis' Maritime Heritage

Explore Timeline OUR MISSION The Annapolis Maritime Museum & Park educates youth and adults about the Annapolis area’s rich maritime heritage and the ecology of the Chesapeake Bay through programs, exhibits and community events.

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Support our mission to educate youth and adults about the Annapolis area’s rich maritime heritage. 

Benefits include day docking, member-only discounts, member-only events, and free attendance to Winter Lecture Series.

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Your donation directly funds educational initiatives, historic preservation, and public programs that inspire all ages.

Every contribution, large or small, helps ensure these stories, traditions, and experiences remain accessible to the community for generations to come.

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Upcoming Events

February 2026 Feb 19 February 19, 2026 Winter Lecture: Columbia Beach: “Gem of the Bay” Annapolis Maritime Museum, 723 Second st. Annapolis, 21403 United States

Speakers:  Mimi Giguère, Principal Investigator & Historic Architect  Faye Belt, Former President, Columbia Beach Improvement Association   Founded in 1940, Columbia Beach was one of several thriving African American waterfront communities …

Find out more Feb 26 February 26, 2026 Winter Lecture: Ospreys on the Patuxent Annapolis Maritime Museum, 723 Second st. Annapolis, 21403 United States

Speaker: Alex Pellegrini, Avian Ecologist Discover the fascinating world of the Osprey (Pandion haliaetus), the iconic “fish hawk” of the Chesapeake Bay. Avian ecologist Alex Pellegrini will explore Osprey biology, …

Find out more Feb 28 February 28, 2026 AMM Volunteer Open House Annapolis Maritime Museum, 723 Second st. Annapolis, 21403 United States

Please join us for our annual Volunteer Open House and see all of the wonderful opportunities available to help support the Annapolis Maritime Museum (AMM). Whether you are interested in …

Find out moreMarch 2026 Mar 05 March 05, 2026 Winter Lecture: The Winter Visitors: From Scapa Flow to Annapolis to Bletchley Park Annapolis Maritime Museum, 723 Second st. Annapolis, 21403 United States

Speaker: David Gendell, Author, Sailor, and AMM Board Member In January 1941, a state-of-the-art British battleship charges up the Chesapeake Bay on a secret mission. With no fanfare or entourage, …

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Museum Exhibits

By integrating technology with authentic artifacts, the AMM’s permanent exhibit is designed to engage visitors with the ecology of the Chesapeake Bay and local maritime heritage.

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Public Skipjack Cruises

Step aboard the historic Wilma Lee for unforgettable public cruises, offering scenic Chesapeake Bay views, maritime heritage, and unique experiences from April through October.

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Park Campus

Our 12-acre waterfront park campus features scenic trails, historic structures, educational programs, and event spaces as well as a boardwalk and pier for enjoying the unique Chesapeake Bay’s ecology in Annapolis.

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Upcoming Events

Check our event calendar to stay up to date on the latest happenings at the Museum and Park, including annual favorites like the Oyster Roast & Sock Burning, Cruises on Wilma Lee and our Winter Lecture Series.

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Volunteer

Climb aboard! Volunteers support year-round by leading tours, assisting with events, maintaining grounds, restoring wooden boats, and helping with educational programs—directly advancing our mission.

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Private Events

Whether it’s the waterfront wedding of your dreams, a corporate offsite, or a graduation or retirement celebration, the Annapolis Maritime Museum is the perfect venue for your private event.

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Field Trips & School Programs

Bring your students to explore the Bay through engaging programs designed for every grade, K–12. Each experience offers hands-on, inquiry-based learning that brings the Chesapeake to life.

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Summer Camps

Join us to play in the woods and water, explore maritime heritage, and become inspired stewards. Students in grades K–9 discover all the Museum and Park offer with our educators.

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Box of Rain | Serving Annapolis Youth

Box of Rain connects under-resourced youth (ages 8–14) to the Chesapeake Bay through year-round programs that build self-esteem, life skills, and community—offering discovery, boatbuilding, and summer maritime experiences.

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The Museum will be open on Presidents Day, Monday, February 16 from 10am-3pm!