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  • Wilma Lee Under Sail

    Heritage Cruise

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

    Explore Annapolis’s fascinating maritime history and the Chesapeake Bay ecology on this guided two-hour cruise aboard the historic Skipjack Wilma Lee

    $20 – $50

  • Veterans Day Admission

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

    The Annapolis Maritime Museum is honoring our nation's veterans this weekend with FREE admission for all military veterans and active duty service members, through Monday the 11th.

    Free

  • Back to Back Creek Art Show Final Viewing Day

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

    Art Between the Creeks is returning to its roots with Back to Back Creek, being hosted by the Annapolis Maritime Museum for the first time since 2002. Features more than a dozen local artists working in a variety of mediums

    Show Viewing included with museum admission

    $5 – $7

  • Jay Fleming’s 10th Annual Holiday Party

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

    Jay Fleming’s tenth annual holiday party will be held at the Annapolis Maritime Museum from six to nine in the evening on December 8th! This party is always a fun time – Tangier Sound oysters on the half shell, beer from Forward Brewing, and wine at an incredible venue right on the water!

  • 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 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.

    $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: The Royal Navy on the Chesapeake in 1814, 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

  • 50 Years on the Chesapeake Art Show

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

    The Annapolis Watercolor Club Celebrates its 50th anniversary this year and the AMM is proud to host the first of several exhibitions in honor of the event. Come see gorgeous work from a variety of local artist's celebrating local landmarks, wildlife, and ways of life.

    $5 – $7