Oystering on the Chesapeake, CBMM

Step onboard an oyster harvesting skipjack, the E.C. Collier, and enter the world of the working watermen on the Chesapeake Bay. Eavesdrop on the captain and crew as the captain shouts orders; the cook talks about lunch; the crew brings in the dredge, sorts the oysters, talks about the captain behind his back. This interactive exhibition tells the story of how the Chesapeake Bay's oyster fishery has shaped the region's history, culture, and landscape. After leaving the boat, you can examine oyster harvesting equipment and understand more about the oyster's journey from the Bay to the table.