LEONARDTOWN, Md. – Community members of all ages are invited to enjoy educational activities at the St. Clement’s Island Museum site and Piney Point Lighthouse Museum on the second Saturday of each month throughout the year.
These activities encourage visitors to explore nature and the outdoors through curiosity and play. Modeled loosely after “Forest School” learning styles popular in Denmark and Sweden, this series encourages the discovery of nature through hands-on, tactile, “no right or wrong way to play” experiences. Participants of all ages are welcome — adults need opportunities to connect with nature in relaxing, simple ways just as much as children do.
Themed activities will be held on the following dates and times. Participation is included with regular museum admission. Save the dates, call ahead for information, and walk-ins are welcome.
St. Clement’s Island Museum (38370 Point Breeze Road in Colton’s Point):
- August 8, 2026 (10 a.m. – 12 p.m.): Paint Scenery Using Water from the Potomac River
Piney Point Lighthouse Museum (44720 Lighthouse Road in Piney Point):
- July 11, 2026 (10 a.m. – 12 p.m.): Helping Backyard Birds – Learn About Local Birds and Build a Feeder
- October 10, 2026 (10 a.m. – 12 p.m.): Batty for Bats – Decorate Your Own Bat Box
- November 14, 2026 (10 a.m. – 12 p.m.): Deck the Halls – A DIY Ornament Workshop
Please call the museum in advance to confirm event details and receive any weather-related updates.
For more information on museum hours of operation, programs, events, admission prices, and more, follow our museums on Facebook at:
- St. Clement’s Island Museum: Facebook.com/SCIMuseum
- Old Jail Museum & Visitor Center: Facebook.com/TheOldJailMuseum
- Piney Point Lighthouse Museum: Facebook.com/1836Light
- Drayden African American Schoolhouse:Facebook.com/DraydenSchool
About the St. Mary’s County Museum Division
The St. Mary’s County Museum Division was established by the Commissioners of St. Mary’s County to collect, preserve, research, and interpret the historic sites and artifacts which illustrate the natural and cultural histories of St. Mary’s County and the Potomac River. These sites include St. Clement’s Island Museum, Piney Point Lighthouse Museum, the Old Jail Museum, and the Drayden African American Schoolhouse. With this as its charter, the Museum Division serves as a resource, liaison, and community advocate for all St. Mary’s County public and private cultural assets. For more information, please visit: Museums.StMarysCountyMD.gov.
