St. Clement's Island Museum

Traces the history of English colonization of MD on nearby St. Clement’s Island in 1634. Also home to to a 19th century one-room schoolhouse, pier & Water Taxi.

[St. Clement's Island Museum @StClemIsMuseum]

St. Clement's Island Museum building is CLOSED FOR RECONSTRUCTION. The Water Taxi is OPEN from March 25 - October 31 (10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.). Call 301-769-2222 before visiting. The pier, outside grounds, paths & picnic areas are OPEN DAILY, dawn - dusk.

[St. Mary's County Government @StMarysCoGov]

📢 Appraiser Fair Update! Our Museum Division will take a one-year break from the popular Appraiser Fair in 2026, due to construction of a brand-new museum facility at St. Clement's Island Museum.
👉 Read the full news release for details: https://t.co/akaHsRcM4L @StClemIsMuseum

[St. Mary's County Government @StMarysCoGov]

#ICYMI This week, we celebrated the groundbreaking for the new @StClemIsMuseum! 🎉 This exciting project will honor our heritage and enhance the visitor experience at one of St. Mary’s County’s (and Maryland's) most treasured historic sites.

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🚤 Want more lighthouse adventures? Take the @StClemIsMuseum Water Taxi to the Blackistone Lighthouse replica on St. Clement’s Island or visit Point Lookout Lighthouse for tours on August 9 & 10.
Details at: https://t.co/vSu1F2SUgB

[St. Mary's County Government @StMarysCoGov]

📣 You're invited! Join us on Tuesday, August 26 at 2 p.m. for the groundbreaking ceremony at @StClemIsMuseum — a major step forward in preserving and reimagining one of Maryland’s most treasured historic landmarks.

🔗 Read the announcement for details:
https://t.co/EDNelNICEu

[St. Mary's County Government @StMarysCoGov]

Relax along the waterfront at @StClemIsMuseum and enjoy:
🎺 The @usnavyband
🎶 @stmarysryken jazz band
🦀Fresh seafood from 7th District Optimist Club
🍦@SaltedScoop ice cream
🍋 She’s Fresh Lemonade
Get the details: https://t.co/jeyVHodv5e

[St. Mary's County Government @StMarysCoGov]

#FathersDay is just 2 weeks away! Looking for the perfect activity? We've got you covered!
On June 15, Dads get FREE admission to @StClemIsMuseum & @PineyPtLHMuseum!
🔗 Get the details: https://t.co/Q8i7kQn5Ek

[St. Mary's County Government @StMarysCoGov]

🎨✨ Calling all budding artists! This summer, join local artist and instructor Ms. Ellen Duke Wilson for a series of Art Kids classes at @StClemIsMuseum!
ℹ️ Read the news release for details: https://t.co/ga56urxWMs

[St. Mary's County Government @StMarysCoGov]

Always an amazing event - hope to see you there!🍤🎷🎶 @TravelSMC @TravelMD @StClemIsMuseum

[St. Mary's County Government @StMarysCoGov]

👏 Big congrats to our Museum Manager, Karen Stone, on the release of her first book, Shipwreck on the Potomac—the first-ever book about the #BlackDiamond disaster near @StClemIsMuseum
📚 Get your copy at our museum stores!
🔗 Learn more: https://t.co/AG8iDGQcKh @ArcadiaPub

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🌸 Celebrate #MothersDay in Maryland's Mother County! 🌸 #Moms get FREE admission to @StClemIsMuseum and @PineyPtLHMuseum on May 11, 2025! Heritage, history, and a little family fun — it's the perfect way to honor our moms and our roots.💖 Get the details: https://t.co/ObojkMeeCk

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Save the Date: The Black Diamond Disaster Event, an #American #CivilWar Commemoration will be held at @StClemIsMuseum April 26-27 to remember the forgotten tragedy on the #Potomac during the hunt for John Wilkes Booth! Details: https://t.co/HTZeAnElG1
@TravelSMC @TravelMD #Event

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🎖️ Active-duty military & families get FREE admission to @StClemIsMuseum & @PineyPtLHMuseum from May 17–Sept 1! Retired vets get in FREE on Armed Forces Day.
Info: 301-769-2222🔗 Get the details: https://t.co/ALSlxDfNPr @BlueStarFamily #StMarysCountyMD #BlueStarMuseums #ThankYou

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🍷🎶The First Landing Wine & Arts Festival is back at @StClemIsMuseum on April 12, 2025! 🌊 Sip local wines, shop handcrafted goods, enjoy live music, and explore #Maryland’s First Landing site!
Info: https://t.co/do0Ha1E97T
#SipShopExplore #PotomacViews @TravelMD @TravelSMC

[St. Mary's County Government @StMarysCoGov]

🎷🐟 Calling all sponsors! The 25th Anniversary of the Potomac Jazz & Seafood Festival (July 10-13, 2025) is set to be bigger than ever! Sponsorships are now open—support great music & local history! 🎶🍤 Learn more: https://t.co/oEF8X9p4tg #PotomacJazzFest @TravelSMC

[St. Clement's Island Museum @StClemIsMuseum]

St. Clement's Island Museum building is OPEN DAILY, 10AM - 5PM (closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve & Christmas Day). The Water Taxi is OPEN from March 25 - October 31. Call 301-769-2222 before visiting. The pier, outside grounds, paths & picnic areas are OPEN DAILY, dawn - dusk.

[St. Mary's County Government @StMarysCoGov]

💎 What’s Your Treasure Worth? 💎 Bring your heirlooms to the @StClemIsMuseum #AppraiserFair on Jan. 25, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., and get expert insights on fine arts, coins, dolls, & more!
👉 Details: https://t.co/h08PCcIiMY
#DiscoverHiddenTreasures #SouthernMarylandEvents

[St. Clement's Island Museum @StClemIsMuseum]

Due to inclement weather, the museum will be CLOSED on Monday, January 6, 2025. We will update you on upcoming schedule!

[St. Mary's County Government @StMarysCoGov]

St. Mary’s County is under a #WinterStormWarning starting tonight, Jan. 5, through the morning of Jan. 7. Snowfall of 8–12 inches, possible ice accumulation, and below-freezing temperatures are expected. ❄️ @MDMEMA @firstsheriff

[St. Mary's County Government @StMarysCoGov]

Exciting News 🎉The Friends of the @StClemIsMuseum & @PineyPtLHMuseum received a $10K SHINE Grant from @MDhumanities! These funds will help preserve our local history and enhance educational and cultural programming.
👉Get the details: https://t.co/zOdc4koonL

[St. Mary's County Government @StMarysCoGov]

The water taxi at @StClemIsMuseum will pause by Oct 31, 2024, and return on #MarylandDay, March 25, 2025!
Museums stay open daily (10am-5pm) with holiday closures. Drayden reopens spring 2025🔗Deatils: https://t.co/0ELEhjVAdI @PineyPtLHMuseum @OldJailMuseum @Town_of_LTown