WINTER LECTURE SERIES
Thursdays January 9-February 27, 2025 7PM
The Annapolis Maritime Museum holds its annual Winter Lecture Series over eight consecutive Thursday evenings at 7 p.m. from mid-January through early March. You will be challenged to question and to learn by engaging speakers on diverse topics including maritime history, local history, science, and maritime art.
Pre-registration is strongly suggested as space is limited. Registration fee of $10 per person at the door – first come, first served. Free admission for First Mate ($150) and above. Available both virtually and in-person.
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Annapolis, 21403 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.
Annapolis, 21403 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.
Annapolis, 21403 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.
Annapolis, 21403 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
Annapolis, 21403 United States
Harpe's new book, Pictured in Time: An Artist’s Journey Around the Chesapeake, features over 125 unpublished 1980s and '90s Chesapeake Bay photographs.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.
Annapolis, 21403 United States
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.
