The museum tells the history of our City from the forming of the Chesapeake Bay circa 12,000 years ago to the present. The building also includes our gift shop and headquarters for our tour guides. Exhibits include:
Native American artifacts and a stone knapping display
History of the seafood industry, crabs, oysters and fish
Oyster industry, skipjacks and oyster shuckers
19th & 20th century manufacturing, knives, traps and WWII ordinance
Military memorabilia and veterans displayÂ
Decoy carving and display (many artist)
Waterfowl hunting and gun display
Model wooden boat collection
Boat building display / with  tools of the trade and much more
J. Millard Tawes Historical Museum is not affiliated with AmericanTowns Media
So you’re looking to get inked. Whether it’s your very first tattoo or you already have a full sleeve and a mural decorating your back, finding the right place to get your tattoo done is… Read More
While marijuana appears to be on its way toward full recreational legalization, the state already has a broad medical marijuana program. That means there are plenty of dispensaries to choose from… Read More
Having a craving for something sweet and tart? A smoothie is always a great choice, and if you happen to be in Maryland, there are plenty of places to find one. From the Jump Start Smoothie at Corner… Read More
Maryland is known for its incredible seafood. But when you’re in the mood to explore a little bit outside of your comfort zone, perhaps away from the crab by the dock, you can’t do much… Read More
American diners have the ability to immediately transport their customers to a nostalgic time-gone-by. Diners with this magic have the right comfort food, the homey atmosphere, and give off the… Read More
