Bowers Beach Maritime Museum

Bowers Beach Maritime Museum The museum houses artifacts of Bowers, the Delaware Bay and the watermen of the area. It is open weekends, Memorial Day through Labor Day, 2 PM - 4 PM.

WHY I AM A WATERMAN
"First of all it's the freedom; that is number one. It's the appeal of hunting for the fish. There is always the hope of a Big Catch; that's the reason I go out there. There is the whole aspect of being in God's Creation; the natural beauty of the bay. It's tough work, but it has its rewards. I'm absolutely fulfilled by it! ---Jimmy Dare, Longtime Bowers' Waterman

[from Henry Benner's "The History and Spirit of Bowers Beach ... a Fishing Village."]

Here’s your chance to become a PRO BONO SPECIALIST. Saturdays and Sundays from 2-4. We need help!
05/29/2026

Here’s your chance to become a PRO BONO SPECIALIST. Saturdays and Sundays from 2-4. We need help!

It’s our 50th birthday! Come and join us to celebrate this milestone! June 13 from 12-4. There will be food and frien...
05/29/2026

It’s our 50th birthday! Come and join us to celebrate this milestone! June 13 from 12-4. There will be food and friends.

SUNDAY The museum will be open from 2-4.
05/24/2026

SUNDAY
The museum will be open from 2-4.

05/23/2026
This is not the way the weekend was planned. Rain and especially wind is not the friend of an outdoor event with canva...
05/23/2026

This is not the way the weekend was planned. Rain and especially wind is not the friend of an outdoor event with canvas and popups, but….
April, Jamey and Chris 💕💕💕figured it out and saved KURT STEVENS CONCERT, 4-6, Saturday and Sunday, in Watermen’s Park. The big tent is up with tables and chairs. Come join the party!

Oh how we hate to do this! For the safety of our pirates, musicians, performers, vendors, and visitors, it is necessary...
05/22/2026

Oh how we hate to do this! For the safety of our pirates, musicians, performers, vendors, and visitors, it is necessary. It looks like the weather, especially the wind, is not going to cooperate. KURT STEVENS CONCERT will go on. Watch for more information on where.

THE BUCCANEER BASH IS A RAIN OR SHINE EVENT. WE’LL BE THERE. HOPE YOU WILL, TOO. MAY 23-24.
05/20/2026

THE BUCCANEER BASH IS A RAIN OR SHINE EVENT. WE’LL BE THERE. HOPE YOU WILL, TOO. MAY 23-24.

We’re on the cover!!!
05/18/2026

We’re on the cover!!!

Celebrate Spring & Delaware’s History at the 93rd Dover Days Festival VOL. 31 NO. 4 - May 2026COMPLIMENTARY Use your phone photo app to read this issue 30 th Year Highlighting Southern Delaware’s Treasures Dover Motor Speedway All-Star Weekend 14th Bowers Beach Buccaneer Bash Summer Camps Guide ...

Address

19 Williams Avenue
Bowers Beach, DE
19946

Telephone

(302) 222-6341

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