5 Museums in Ocean City Perfect for Rainy-day Fun

Vacationers flock to Ocean City, Maryland, to enjoy its gorgeous sandy beaches, but what can families do when it rains? Museums provide a great way to spend an afternoon when the weather doesn’t cooperate. They offer educational and fun activities indoors, and the whole family will enjoy spending time together and learning. Check out these five museums in Ocean City to get started.

Rainy-day Ideas: 5 Museums in Ocean City

DiscoverSea Shipwreck Museum

DiscoverSea in nearby Fenwick Island, Delaware, showcases hundreds of artifacts recovered from historic shipwrecks and the area’s colonial settlements. The museum features 10,000 artifacts, with exhibits and pieces changing regularly. Exhibits and lectures changed based on current findings and additions.

Ocean City Life-Saving Station

Ocean City was actively used by the U.S. Coast Guard until 1962. The museum houses exhibits on Ocean City’s early history as a fishing village, vintage bathing suits, local ship wrecks and more. In the aquarium room, see changing salt-water aquariums that house indigenous Ocean City marine life and sea creatures. Families are welcome to take self-guided tours.

Art League of Ocean City

Art League of Ocean City offers exhibits and art classes for adults and children. Each month brings in new pieces and showcases artists from all over. In addition to browsing art, take a class to learn a new skill. Families will find classes in ceramics, drawing, painting, pottery and more. Or visit during free family art day, held once a month on Saturday.

Ward Museum of Wildfowl Art

Ward Museum of Wildfowl Art at Salisbury University features vibrant paintings and sculptures inspired by nature. Enjoy a self-guided hike on the museum’s nature trails or picnic in the backyard pavilion. Before leaving, stop by Treetops Gifts of Art and Nature. The gift shop includes products made by over 50 local artisans perfect for souvenir shopping.

Queponco Railway Station

Queponco Railway Station in nearby Newark was erected in 1910 to serve passenger rail traffic along Maryland’s Eastern Shore. In order to preserve its history and the area’s railroad, the museum was repaired in the 1990s.

Learn more about Ocean City, one of the top spots for a beach vacation. Or read about the Ocean City Boardwalk, an award-winning attraction in Maryland.