Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum

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Explore the 1879 Hooper Strait Lighthouse, working shipyard, meet traditional craftsmen, enjoy hands-on activities and discover exhibitions detailing the Bay's role throughout history. On Maryland's Frederick Douglass Driving Tour. A recognized Chesapeake Bay Storyteller, trained by the Maryland Office of Tourism.
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Location
213 N. Talbot St
St. Michaels, MD
21663
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  • ADA Accessible
  • Admission/Tickets Required
  • Educational Resources Available
  • Family-Friendly
  • Free Parking
  • Green Property
  • Group Tour Rates Offered
  • Group-Friendly
  • Meeting Facilities
  • Pet-Friendly
  • Student Group-Friendly
  • Tour Length
    varies
  • Weddings
Rated 5 by Elizabeth B

May 15, 2025

Elizabeth B

Something for everyone!

If you like history, boats, fishing or the Chesapeake Bay you will enjoy this museum. This isn't just a building full of old stuff - it's a campus where you can visit multiple buildings and learn...

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Rated 5 by Kathy S

April 28, 2025

Kathy S

Beautiful day in St Michaels

The CBMM campus is beautiful and the staff and volunteers are so friendly and knowledgeable! So much to see and learn about the history, culture and lifestyle of the Bay. Not very crowded for us but...

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Rated 5 by Karl S

March 25, 2025

Karl S

No Better Place to Appreciate the Bay

This is an unusual museum, and is well worth a side-trip if you are on your way to the beaches, as well as making it a destination on its own. It is very spread out over a large waterfront area...

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