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Captain Avery Museum

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6 reviews
+1 (410) 867-4486
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Oysterfest crowd & music
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A beautiful October day
A beautiful October day
1418 E West Shady Side Rd
Shady Side, MD 20764
+1 (410) 867-4486
http://captainaverymuseum.org

The Captain Avery Museum in Shady Side, MD offers visitors a fascinating glimpse into the rich history of the Chesapeake Bay region. With a focus on three centuries of history along the West River, the museum provides engaging exhibits and educational programs that highlight the area's maritime heritage and cultural significance.

From its captivating virtual tour of the historic Avery House to its diverse calendar of events, including the popular Winter Luncheon Series and Oyster Festival, the museum offers something for everyone interested in exploring the unique stories and traditions of the Chesapeake Bay.

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4.06 reviews
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Angela S.
1/6/2014

The most beautiful museum in town. You have to see the views to believe! Closed on Mondays - like most museums around. There are many places nearby to have lunch. I highly recommend The...

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Elaine F.
10/16/2021

This was my first visit to the museum property. Today was Oysterfest. Last year, it had been canceled due to the pandemic, but people were happy to get to an outdoor festival today. I arrived...

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David D.
6/17/2022

Visiting this Quaint local museum, makes for a pleasant afternoon with enough info about the area to make it worthwhile

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Gray M.
10/16/2016

I found out about museum through the Oyster Festival (good family fun, by the way) and found it to be a pretty neat treasure trove in Shady Side for those who are not familiar with the area. I...

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Kim R.
5/25/2014

The Museum is very interesting, but it is run by a board of about 7 women in their 60+ years old who are very set and opinionated in their own ways. They do many activities for senior citizens,...

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