History of waterfowl in the Bay from the time of Captain John Smith to the present-day as they compete with humans for optimum habitat. Discuss Chesapeake Bay studies of the Canvasback, King of the Bay, and latest tracking studies of Seaducks using satellite telemetry. Explore how species such as mute swans, Canada geese, and...
The history of Thomas Point Shoal Lighthouse (TPSL) including the rise of the port of Baltimore, the early lighthouses on the peninsula, and the construction of the screwpile on the shoal. A look at noteworthy TPSL keepers and an overview of the current state of the lighthouse. Presenter: David Gendell | Author, Sailor, and Co-founder...
Mighty Ducks! Quack, quack, who’s there? Wintering waterfowl are visiting Back Creek and we want to see who’s here! Learn to identify common species and discover how they survive the winter in the Chesapeake Bay. We’ll also make our own telescopes and compete in Migration Tag! At School’s Out Camp, children can explore our beautiful Back...
Join us this Wednesday! April 15 – 6:30-7:30pm Gather around the campfire for s’mores and stories at the Park! Bundle up the whole family and join us for a sweet treat and story, as well as a craft and seasonally themed environmental activity. Cost: $5 per person (adults and children) Children under 2 are free. Register...
Join us this Wednesday! February 12 – 6:30-7:30pm Gather around the campfire for s’mores and stories at the Park! Bundle up the whole family and join us for a sweet treat and story, as well as a craft and seasonally themed environmental activity. Cost: $5 per person (adults and children) Children under 2 are free. Register...
January 20, 2020 | 4 to 6 PM | Annapolis Maritime Museum: Bay Room Help support the growing Annapolis Maritime Museum & Park! Whether you are interested in history, continuing education, or handy with a hammer, you will find great options for involvement with various levels of commitment. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Winter Lecture Series ▪ Special Events (Oyster Roast &...
Join us Thursday, November 19th from 4 PM- 9 PM. 15% of Proceeds from your support will be donated to the Box of Rain Program at the Annapolis Maritime Museum & Park. Each customer must mention the fundraiser for their order to contribute to the fundraiser....
Discussion on “The Ghost Ships of Archangel,” which chronicles the desperate voyage of Allied convoy PQ-17 from Iceland to Arctic Russia in the summer of 1942 Describes the high-level politics that sent the convoy into harm’s way, the myriad perils of the Arctic voyage, and the convoy survivors’ chilling experiences in Joseph Stalin’s Soviet...
Presentation featuring photographs from Dave Harp’s exploration of the Bay’s edges Dave Harp’s photography emphasizes the beauty of the Bay’s vast world and what we will lose if we don’t pay attention to the natural systems that sustain it Showing of the short film “Nassawango Forever” Presenter: Dave Harp | Professional Photographer and Filmmaker Dave Harp...
History of Showboats in the United States A focus on The James Adams Floating Theater – origins, operations, eventual demise How author Edna Ferber’s visit to the Adams Floating Theater became the novel, musical and movie “Showboat” Presenter: Dr. Patricia Samford | Director of the Maryland Archaeological Conservation Laboratory, Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum Dr. Patricia Samford...