Special Events

Visitor Experience

Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum
213 N. Talbot St.
P.O. Box 636
St. Michaels, MD 21663
410-745-2916

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The Museum’s event calendar is your guide to educational classes, lectures, programs, exhibits, and concerts. Each year, the Museum also hosts the following special events tied to the seasons on the Chesapeake Bay.

	Maritime Model Expo May Hosted by the Museum’s Model Guild and the North American Steamboat Modelers Association, this expo includes radio-controlled models powered by steam, battery, and wind. Static displays of highly-detailed and realistic models will be featured, as well as activities for children too! View 2012 event photos.
	Antique and Classic Boat Festival June This annual boat event is the largest of its kind in the Mid-Atlantic region! It features more than 100 antique and classic boats, boat building demonstrations, maritime artists and craftsmen, craft vendors, classic used boats, motors, and nautical flea market, along with live music, food, and more. This event is hosted by the Chesapeake Bay Chapter of the Antique and Classic Boat Society International in cooperation with CBMM. Read 2011 press release or view 2011 event photos.
	Big Band Night July Jazzy big band sounds come alive on the Museum’s Tolchester Beach Bandstand at this special Independence Day celebration. Stay into the evening to enjoy the St. Michaels fireworks over the Miles River. Read 2011 press release or view 2011 event photos.
	Chesapeake Folk Festival July Celebrate the Bay’s people, food, music, work and traditions. Enjoy live music, a variety of food items and wines from Maryland vineyards, maritime and foodways demonstrations, boat rides, and craft vendors. Read 2011 press release or view 2011 event photos.
	Watermen’s Appreciation Day August Meet Chesapeake watermen celebrating thir heritage. Watch professionals in action at a Boat Docking Contest or take a chance in the silent auction, featuring local artwork. Eat your fill at our crab feast, or enjoy hot dogs and cold beer while listening to live music. This event is sponsored by the Museum and the Talbot County Waterman's Association. View 2011 event photos.
	Boat Auction September Boating experts and novices alike have the same opportunity to bid on the boat of their dreams! Offering everything from wooden rowing skiffs to classic sailboats and modern power cruisers. Read 2011 Press Release or view 2011 event photos.
	The Boating Party September Be a part of the Museum’s fall gala fundraiser which includes cocktails, dinner, and dancing on Navy Point. Read 2011 press release or view 2011 photos.

	Mid-Atlantic Small Craft Festival October One of the nation’s premier small craft events! Hundreds of amateur and professional boat builders and enthusiasts come from all over the region to display their skiffs, kayaks, and canoes. Take part in demonstrations and workshops, or simply chat with the owners and watch these one-of-a-kind vessels race. View 2011 event photos.
	Frederick Douglass Day Save the Date: May 5, 2012 Come learn more about Talbot County's favorite son and enjoy good food, music, educational exhibits and boat rides on the beautiful Miles River. All proceeds will fund the Frederick Douglass statue on the Easton Courthouse Square. Sponsored by the Frederick Douglass Honor Society and the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum. Download the Frederick Douglass Coloring Book. View 2010 event photos here.
	OysterFest November Come celebrate the Bay oyster with live music, great food, family activities, skipjack and buyboat rides, oyster aquaculture and restoration demonstrations, oyster tonging, and cooking demonstrations. Read 2011 Press release or view 2011 event photos.