The St. John's Site Museum will close at 1:00 p.m. on June 26, 2026, due to the closure of College Drive for the River Concert at St. Mary's College of Maryland.

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

Our maritime exhibit, Maryland Dove, is away from home port, transiting to and participating in Sail 250 Maryland & Airshow Baltimore in Baltimore, Maryland.

Museum Shop

Welcome to the Museum Shop!

The Museum Shop is an emporium of distinctive gift items. Browse through our collection of enlightening books penned by HSMC employees, locally crafted jewelry, toys, household items, Maryland-inspired fashion accessories, and a plethora of other fascinating products. Be sure to take a jar or two of our signature blueberry lavender jam or sample other flavors of jams, jellies, and syrups available here on your next visit.

No admission is necessary to enjoy our shopping experience.

Location

47414 Old State House Road, St. Mary’s City, MD (inside the Visitor Center)

Hours

The Shop hours vary according to the season. See below for details, or contact the Shop.

 

Winter 2024

(until December 16) Tuesday – Saturday 10 am -4 pm

December 17 – January 15:  Closed

January 16 – March 10: Tuesday – Friday, 10 am – 2 pm; Saturdays, 10 am – 4 pm

2025

Tuesday – Saturday, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

If you have any questions, please email the Shop manager at emma.bourne@maryland.gov

Consider becoming a Museum Member! Members enjoy free admission to the museum, a 10% discount at the shop, regular updates featuring behind-the-scenes content, and discounted pricing for events. All proceeds go to support the museum’s education and research programs.