Overcoming initial misunderstandings, petty jealousies, and continuing differences over priorities, scientists and engineers on both sides of the Atlantic found new and often ingenious ways to work together.

Robert Smalls' life was one of accomplishment. Starting enslaved, then American politician, publisher, businessman, and maritime pilot. Hear the thrilling tale of how Smalls freed himself, his crew, and their families during the American Civil War by commandeering a Confederate ship and sailing it from Confederate-controlled waters to freedom.

Tobacco was foundational to shaping life in the Lord Baltimore's colony. Explore insights into the yearly "Tobacco Fleet" that brought goods and carried tobacco across the Atlantic. Learn about the remains of an actual 17th- century English tobacco ship discovered using historical research and archaeology.

The U.S. Naval Academy is now facing one of its greatest challenges ever: overcoming the challenge of local sea level rise and climate change stressors. Hear about observations of historic flooding events at USNA and the work of the Sea Level Rise Advisory Council, a group formed in 2015 to gather data and forecast future mitigation actions.

Annapolis Hall of Fame sailor, Gary Jobson covered the Olympics for NBC and attended the America’s Cup. 

Jobson will discuss these events, the future of sailing, and his new book, The Characters of the America’s Cup. 

Chesapeake Troubadour Jefferson Holland, AMM's first director (2000–2012), performs a program of tall tales and sing-alongs. 

The performance is inspired by the long tradition of music as entertainment and cultural expression aboard maritime vessels and celebrates the unique spirit of life in Annapolis and on the Chesapeake Bay.

Chesapeake writer Kate Livie explores the history of the Bay's crab industry and its impact on cuisine and culture.

She shares stories of underrepresented figures, from enslaved cooks to Black entrepreneurs, immigrant merchants, and migrant workers.

Livie also discusses how climate change and globalization threaten the future of the iconic fishery.

The Thomas Point Shoal lighthouse, guiding mariners since 1875, marks its 150th anniversary in 2025.

The history includes significant events like the grounding of a British warship in 1812 and battles during the Oyster Wars.

John Potvin will cover its history, preservation efforts, and lessons learned, featuring photos by David Sites.

Author David Gendell tells the story of the HMS Menelaus on the Chesapeake in 1814, including a failed raid that led to the death of a top Royal Navy captain.

The frigate later played a key role in helping dozens of enslaved people escape from the Annapolis area.

Gendell unpacks this dramatic chapter of history involving both disaster and freedom.

Stantec representative, Cameron Ramey, will discuss Sea Level Rise (SLR) planning at the Annapolis Maritime Museum.

The focus will be on "resilience in practice" at the community, resident, and industry levels.

Ramey will highlight key Sea Level Rise-related projects

Harpe's new book, Pictured in Time: An Artist’s Journey Around the Chesapeake, features over 125 unpublished 1980s and '90s Chesapeake Bay photographs.

The book also showcases the artwork inspired by these iconic images.

Photographer Jay Fleming will share photos and stories on the invasive blue catfish in the Chesapeake Bay, highlighting its economic and ecological impacts.

Chef Matthew Lego from LEO will discuss the culinary qualities of blue catfish and offer samples to the audience.