Events Calendar

Celebrating American Sailing, Presenter: Gary Jobson

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

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. 

$10

Chesapeake Bay in Story and Song, Presenter Jeff Holland

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

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

The performance is inspired by life in Annapolis and on the Chesapeake Bay. 

$10

American Blues: The Diverse, Delicious Story of the Chesapeake Blue Crab, Presenter Kate Livie

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

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.

Thomas Point Shoal Lighthouse Celebrates 150 Years of Service by John Potvin

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

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.

$10

A Reckless Night: A Path to Freedom, Presenter Dave Gendell

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

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.

$10

Resilience in Practice: Adapting to Sea Level Rise at AMM, Presenter Cameron Ramey

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

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

$10