HEAT CLOSURE: The outdoor living history exhibits will close June 12, 2026 at 1:00 p.m., due to the heat index. The Visitor Center and the St. John's Site Museum will remain open until 4:00 p.m.

The Struggle for Freedom exhibit has reopened to visitors Tuesday-Saturday, 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Our maritime exhibit, Maryland Dove, will be away from home port beginning June 15, 2026, to transit to and participate in Sail 250 Virginia in Norfolk, Virginia. 

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St. Mary’s Fort Project Fund

This fund supports the ongoing archaeological study of St. Mary’s Fort, the fort built by the first colonists who arrived in Maryland in 1634. Donations will be used to fund the acquisition of mission-critical scientific equipment, excavation supplies, and contractual services.