Since 2021

ANNAPOLIS MARITIME MUSEUM & PARK

Name: Winter Lecture: The Winter Visitors: From Scapa Flow to Annapolis to Bletchley Park
Start: 2026-03-05T19:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-03-05T20:30:00-05:00
Location: Annapolis Maritime Museum

Award-Winning Museum & Skipjack Cruises

EXPLORE

Maritime Museum & Skipjack Tours

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

ENGAGE

Private Events & Community Events

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

EDUCATE

Field Trips, Classes & More

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

Plan Your Visit Today!

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

Since 2000

Celebrating 25 Years of Preserving Annapolis' Maritime Heritage

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.

BECOME A MEMBER

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.

MAKE DONATION

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.

Upcoming Events

February 2026

Feb 05

February 05, 2026

Winter Lecture: The American Revolution and the Fate of the World

Annapolis Maritime Museum, 723 Second st.
Annapolis, 21403 United States

Speaker: Dr. Richard Bell, Historian and Professor, University of Maryland Dr. Richard Bell is Professor of History at the University of Maryland and author of Stolen: Five Free Boys Kidnapped …

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Feb 12

February 12, 2026

Winter Lecture: The Ben Ross Homeplace: Archaeology at Harriet Tubman’s Birthsite

Speaker: Dr. Julie Schablitsky, Chief Archaeologist, Maryland Department of Transportation In 2020, archaeologists began searching the Eastern Shore wetlands for the home of Ben Ross, Harriet Tubman’s father. Their work …

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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 …

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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, …

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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.

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.

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.

ENGAGE

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.

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.

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.

EDUCATE

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.

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.

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.

ANNAPOLIS MARITIME MUSEUM & PARK

EXPLORE

Maritime Museum & Skipjack Tours

ENGAGE

Private Events & Community Events

EDUCATE

Field Trips, Classes & More

Plan Your Visit Today!

Celebrating 25 Years of Preserving Annapolis' Maritime Heritage

BECOME A MEMBER

MAKE DONATION

Upcoming Events

EXPLORE

Museum Exhibits

Public Skipjack Cruises

Park Campus

ENGAGE

Upcoming Events

Volunteer

Private Events

EDUCATE

Field Trips & School Programs

Summer Camps

Box of Rain | Serving Annapolis Youth

Due to the ice and snow, the museum will be closed on Friday, January, 30, Saturday, January 31 and Sunday, February 1 for the safety of our visitors and staff.