Educational Programs Sea Squirts Thursday morning program for toddlers ages 18 months to 3 years. This theme-based program is designed to encourage moms or dadts and tots to explore the world around them. This weekly drop-in program is free. Little Minnows Morning program for pre-schoolers 3-5. Activities are age appropriate. Sessions meet in the museum’s classroom from 10:00-11:00 a.m. Fees are $4 for members and $5 for non-members until October 31. Pre-registration encouraged. Call 410-326-2042 ext. 41. Registration Form Check out our Calendar of Events to see the Little Minnows schedule For more information please email us or call the Education Department
at 410-326-2042, ext 41.
Overnight Adventures At the Calvert Marine Museum and Cove Point Lighthouse Want to experience the Calvert Marine Museum is a whole new way? Try our overnight programs. Designed for groups with a minimum 10 people to maximum of 20 people, overnights offer an in-depth museum experience mixed with behind-the-scenes fun. It’s also a good way for scouts to earn “Try-Its” and badges. Our overnights take place in two locations: the Exhibition Building at the museum or the Cove Point Lighthouse.
You may call 410-326-2042 ext. 41 to register.
Available date for Calvert Marine Museum:
December 10, 2011
Available date for Cove Point Lighthouse:
October 15, 2011
We reserve the right to change the date or location of an Overnight due to unforeseen circumstances.
Fees for Overnights Overnight programs are available over Saturday nights only. The cost is $25 per person, and includes admission to the museum, an interpreter lead program and activity, a pizza dinner and a continental breakfast. A non-refundable $25 registration fee is required with your registration form. Full payment is due three weeks before your scheduled visit.
Overnights at Cove Point Lighthouse The Cove Point Lighthouse, built in 1828, is Maryland’s oldest continuously operating lighthouse. In 2000, the U.S. Coast Guard turned the lighthouse over to the museum. Overnights can take place from April through November. You may either camp outside on the grounds or sleep inside the keeper’s house. Bathroom and kitchen facilities are available.
Programs at the Lighthouse An interpreter will lead a tour of the lighthouse facilities. There are two lighthouse program choices, one for children over 12 and adults and a second designed for children 7 - 12. Participants will be given a museum pass be used either on Saturday prior to coming to the lighthouse or on Sunday following your overnight experience.
Brownies can complete the following Try-Its at Cove Point Lighthouse:
- Earth and Sky
- Art to Wear
- Eco-Explorer
- Senses
- Lighthouse
Girl Scouts (Juniors) can complete the following Badges at Cove Point Lighthouse: · Outdoor Creativity
· Science Sleuth
· Environmental Health
· Wildlife
· Lighthouse Programs at the Museum You will be complete your Try-It or Badge while also enjoying a pizza dinner, then spend the night in the Estuarium along with the fish and other critters. Kitchen and bathroom facilities are available. A large screen TV/DVD may be used for movies. Plan on coming the museum early for a visit on your own. Brownies can complete the following Try-Its at CMM: · Animals
· Plants
· Science in Action
· Art to Wear
· Movers Girl Scouts (Juniors) can complete the following badges at CMM: · Plants and Animals
· Environmental Health
· Rocks Rock
· Visual Arts
· Lighthouse How to Schedule Your Overnight Visit
First, call 410-326-2042 ext. 41 to reserve your date. Then send in the reservation form and non-refundable $25 fee to hold your reservation. Our Group Services Coordinator will work with you to ensure your overnight experience at the Calvert Marine Museum is exactly what you are looking for. Currently there are no available dates for the 2010 year. Please call on Monday, August 2 to schedule an overnight for the 2011 year.
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Birthday Parties at the Calvert Marine Museum For Members Only! CMM Birthday Parties are two hours. Every party includes a Come have your birthday party with us! Our birthdays accommodate a maximum of 15 children and 5 adults. The fee includes: - Admission to the museum
- Your choice of birthday theme
- A goodie bag from the store for each child in attendance
- Reserved space for your party
- Museum T-shirt for the birthday girl or boy
- Theme related craft or activity, game, song, and story or puppet play. The last 45 minutes we reserve the party room for you to have food, cake, ice cream and presents. You are responsible for bringing all party supplies and refreshments and for clean up.
Party Themes & Recommended Ages: - Diggin’ Up The Past Age 5 & up
- Mermaid Party Age 5 - 8
- Pirate Adventures Age 5 – 8
- Fins & Tails Age 3 – 6
- Outrageous Otters Age 3 & up
We also offer a special birthday Cruising Aboard the Wm. B. Tennison. This party can accommodate up to 38 people, and is great for any age. You can take an hour long ride, and have your cake and gifts on board. Fee includes admission to the museum for all participants.
Fees: Basic birthday party: $125
Tennison Cruise (1 hour) $250
For information and reservations, call 410-326-2042 ext. 41. Parties may be scheduled any day of the week. Reservations must be made at least three weeks in advance. To become a member, click here! TOP
Fossil Field Experience A Saturday program for persons 8 years and older who like to learn while having fun. Only $20.00 per person! You must preregister or cancel withen 2 business days before the program. Time: 11:00 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Cost: $20/person CLICK HERE to download 2010 Fossil Field Experience Brochure
 The group will assemble at the museum and the program will begin at 11 a.m. If you wish, you may arrive early (after 10 a.m.) and visit the museum's other exhibits before the program begins. Between 11 a.m. and 12:30 p.m., participants will utilize the paleontology hall and teaching collections to learn about the ancient Miocene sea, the formation of Calvert Cliffs, and the paleontological techniques used to uncover the evidence of life in the region which existed some 10 to 20 million years ago. Bring a picnic lunch to eat in the museum's picnic area (or dine off-site) from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. If you have a few extra minutes, you may wish to visit the museum's Discovery Room or the Museum Store before journeying to Cove Point Lighthouse at 1:30 p.m. (we will travel caravan-style in our individual cars).From 2 to 4 p.m., members of the group will have a chance to put their knowledge and skills to work when they comb the beach at Cove Point Lighthouse in search of their own fossils. A museum interpreter will accompany your group and be available to discuss your discoveries with you and answer any questions you may have. Wear appropriate clothing for beach combing, and bring a change of dry clothes if desired. Special Note: While children (8 or older) can attend, they must be accompanied by a paying adult. There is a classroom lecture on the geology of the Bay and the Miocene epoch, which is not geared towards children. Please be sure of your child's interest in fossils before registering him or her. 2010 Dates: - Saturday, September 18
- Saturday, October 23
Click here to go to our Paleontology page. Click here to view a printable copy of the registration form.
To register by mail, fill out the registration form and mail it with your payment to: Melissa McCormick
Calvert Marine Museum
PO Box 97
Solomons, MD 20688 You can also call the Education Department at 410-326-2042 ext. 41 and register by credit card. You will be notified by telephone or mail and a refund will be given if the program is canceled by the museum, or the program is filled by the time your registration is received, otherwise no refunds are allowed. Calvert County services are available to persons with disabilities. please let us know upon registering if you or a member of your family has any special needs so that our teaching staff may make appropriate arrangements. If you have any questions, email us or call the Education Office at 410-326-2042, ext 41. TOP |
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