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| Located in the heart of Cambridge, the Museum invites visitors to discover the wooden boatbuilding heritage of Dorchester County and the surrounding region. A unique collection of traditional Chesapeake Bay ship models, tools and artifacts brings that heritage alive for visitors of all ages. The Museum's new Ruark Boatworks facility is passing on the knowledge and skills of area boatwrights to volunteers and visitors alike. Watch boatbuilding in action as the Museum fulfills its mission of "Putting History on the Water."
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The Museum is open Wednesday & Sunday 1-4 p.m., Saturday 10-4 p.m.; or by appointment. Work is in progress at the Ruark Boatworks on Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays from 9-2 pm. A docent is on duty from 1-4 pm on Saturdays.
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| Fees: |
Free admission; donations welcome
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| For more information about Richardson Maritime Museum call (410) 221-1871 or visit the following website: http://www.richardsonmuseum.org/. |
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