Annapolis Maritime Museum & Park

Explore Chesapeake Bay maritime history through hands-on exhibits and waterfront experiences.

AMM

Quick Facts

Location:

723 Second Street, Annapolis, MD 21403

Significance:

Annapolis Maritime Museum & Park explores the Chesapeake Bay’s maritime traditions and ecology through exhibits, historic vessels, and waterfront experiences.

Designation:

Chesapeake Gateways Network Site

MANAGED BY:

Annapolis Maritime Museum & Park

Amenities

6 listed

Canoe/Kayak/Small Boat Launch, Gifts/Souvenirs/Books, Historical/Interpretive Information/Exhibits, Pets Allowed, Restroom - Accessible, Wheelchair Accessible

Situated on the historic working waterfront of Annapolis, Maryland, the Annapolis Maritime Museum & Park (AMM) is a Chesapeake Gateways Network Site that explores the maritime traditions and environmental heritage of the Chesapeake Bay. The museum invites visitors to connect with the Bay’s past and present through engaging exhibits, guided tours, and public programs.

Guests can explore the lives of Chesapeake watermen, the evolution of maritime industries, and the ecology of the Bay through interactive exhibits and restored vessels. The museum’s waterfront campuses offer a range of indoor and outdoor experiences that include storytelling tours, hands-on displays, and events celebrating maritime culture.

Interpretive materials also share stories from throughout the region’s history, such as those of working boatbuilders, seafarers, and communities connected to the Bay’s natural resources. Exhibits explore the changing environment, ongoing conservation efforts, and the importance of sustainable practices in protecting the Chesapeake’s future.

Home to the historic skipjack Wilma Lee and serving thousands of students each year through award-winning education programs, AMM provides meaningful opportunities for visitors of all ages to engage with the Chesapeake Bay. Whether exploring exhibits, attending a waterfront event, or participating in an educational program, guests leave with a deeper appreciation for the region's maritime heritage and the importance of protecting its future.

With a mission to explore, engage, and educate, AMM fosters a deeper understanding of the Chesapeake’s maritime legacy and environmental connections. Visitors of all ages are encouraged to learn more by visiting the museum’s website.

This location does not accept the America the Beautiful—National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Pass. Entrance fees and ticket policies are set independently by the managing partner, as detailed on their website.

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