SOLOMONS, Md. – Get ready for an “otterly” amazing day at OtterMania! Join us at the Calvert Marine Museum on Saturday, March 29, from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. to celebrate our furry residents: Chessie Grace and Calvert! Enjoy a full day of interactive activities, special presentations, and exciting otter-themed fun for the whole family. Museum admission applies: FREE for CMM members.
Purchase your tickets ahead of time here: Plan Your Visit | Calvert Marine Museum, MD – Official Website
NEW THIS YEAR! Enjoy a special story time with author Jennifer Keats Curtis, as she reads from her book Saving Squeak—a heartwarming tale about rescuing a baby otter.
Don’t miss these “otter” fun activities:
- Aquarist Talk – Learn all about our otters from the experts.
- Mill Creek Middle School 8th Grade Presentation – Eat the Problem – Discover how invasive species affect ecosystems.
- Otter Feedings – Watch the otters enjoy their favorite snacks.
- Otter Craft Station – Create your own otter masterpiece!
- Meet the Otter Mascot & Dance the “Swim”.
- Learn Like an Otter! Try out fun learning stations where you can eat like an otter, talk like an otter, and discover otter-ly awesome facts.
Shop ‘til you drop at the Museum Store. Stock up on otter-themed goodies including t-shirts, plush toys, puppets, and more. Play “Guess How Many” for a chance to win a prize that’s “otter this world!”
Mark your calendars and join us for an unforgettable day of otter-filled fun!
Explore how the prehistoric past, natural environments, and maritime heritage come to life and tell a unique story of the Chesapeake Bay. The Calvert Marine Museum is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $11 for adults; $9 for seniors, military, and veterans with valid I.D, AAA and AARP members; $6 for children ages 5 – 12; children under 5 and museum members are admitted free. Proud participant in Museums for ALL. For more information about the museum, upcoming events, or membership, visit the website at www.calvertmarinemuseum.com or call 410-326-2042. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and X.