The Calvert Marine Museum was again chosen by Bay Weekly readers as the BEST OF THE BAY MUSEUM for 2011. For the past twelve years the Bay Weekly Newspaper has polled readers for their favorite things in Chesapeake Country to determine "Best of the Bay." Thousands of responses are tallied in over 50 categories including Best Local Musician, Museum, Book Store, Fishing Hole, Restaurant, and many more. 

"We have received this honor five times before. Needless to say this award reflects the hard work and dedication of the Marine Museum's staff and volunteers. They are the ones who provide the quality and professional educational programs, exhibits, publications, seminars, and special events for which we have become recognized," said Doug Alves, museum director.

Be sure to visit the Calvert Marine Museum in 2012. Special perks for members include free admission every day, discounts in the Museum Store, the opportunity to purchase summer concert tickets before the general public, and much more! If not already a member, join today! Attracting over 70,000 visitors last year, the museum has become one of the premiere destination sites in Southern Maryland.

The museum is open and free to the public on the First Friday of each month from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. with special entertainment and docents in every gallery. Programming is provided for children as young as 18 months in the Sea Squirts program, up to senior citizens through the Road Scholar programs. Thousands of school children visit on fieldtrips, summer camps, scouting programs, or public programming. PEM Talks provide stimulating opportunities for community discussion on a variety of mission-driven topics, and the Sunday Conversations with Chesapeake Authors Series brings local authors to talk and meet visitors.

Visit the website at www.calvertmarinemuseum.com for a complete listing of programs and activities or call 410-326-2042 for more information.

Best of the Bay Award 2011