Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum
213 N. Talbot St.
Mill street, +1 410 745-2916, fax +1 410 745-6088, (http://www.cbmm.org). brings to life the story of chesapeake and its people with nine exhibit buildings and the world's largest collection of traditional bay boats. explore our 1879 hooper strait lighthouse, working boatyard, and hands-on displays. discover exhibitions detailing the bay's roll throughout history, oystering, steamboats, waterfowling, and more.
St. Mary's Square Museum
409 St Marys Sq
+1 410 745-9561
May-Oct: M 10AM-1PM, F 1PM-4PM, Sa 10AM-4PM, Su 1PM-4PM; Nov-April by appointment only
The museum offers a walking tour brochure which you can also print out from their website, which is a great way to really get to know the town. Docent led tours are also available for $10/$5 during open hours, by appointment, or morning walk-ins Sa May-Oct.