7125 Maddox Blvd.
P.O.Box 352
Chincoteague, Va. 23336
(757) 336-6117
Come explore Chincoteague's
heritage. This heritage is not just for "born here" Chincoteaguers,
but for all who hanker for the sea. Our museum is a Magical Place for Time
Travel!!
The
Oyster & Maritime Museum, a non-profit educational institution, is
located on Maddox Blvd just before the entrance to the Chincoteague National
Wildlife Refuge. Founded in 1965 by a group of island women, the museum
opened in 1972 and was recently expanded in 1996. The museum tells the
story of island history and of the oystering and seafood business which
was the major industry of the island.
Museum Features
..
~Home of the
First Order Fresnel Len from the Assateague Lighthouse~
~Aquarium~
~Oystering Diorama~
~Library~
~Museum Store~
~Local History~
Special Programs
~Changing Exhibits~
~Elderhostel (See below)~
~Group Tours~
Hours
Summer: DAILY
Spring/Fall: WEEKENDS
Winter: CLOSED
Oyster
& Maritime Museum Elderhostel
Elderhostel is an educational adventure for older adults looking for something different. The later years should be a time of new beginnings, opportunities, and challenges. Elderhostel offers you a way to keep on expanding your horizons with people who are interested in the same things you are.
The Oyster & Maritime Museum's Elderhostel is one of the most recommended in the area. The programs often contain lectures and field trips about local history, lighthouses, Chincoteague Ponies, music, and other maritime/Chincoteague subjects. If you are interested in attending an Oyster & Maritime Museum Elderhostel, DO NOT contact the Oyster & Maritime Museum, but contact the Boston Elderhostel Headquarters at the following address: Elderhostel - 75 Federal Street - Boston, Ma. - 02110 - or call Elderhostel at (617) 426-8056 -- or check out the
Elderhostel Webpage. Inquire about program/site number
46084
Click
here to see some completed projects from past Servicehostels
Related LINKS
For
more info call (757)336-6117 or email us at oystermuseum@intercom.net!!
Thank
you for visiting the Oyster & Maritime Museum Online!!!!!
