Ocean City's Life-Saving Station Museum
My husband and I headed down to the Ocean City Life-Saving Museum this past weekend. The museum once was home to the surfmen that rescued shipwrecked mariners from the sea. Later it was occupied by the U.S. Coast Guard and it now houses the history of Ocean City.
The museum is located at the south end of the Boardwalk, next to the inlet. One room has a collection of early life-saving equipment and depicts the heroic efforts of the surfmen.
Other exhibits include an Aquarium Room (I love the seahorses!),
a collection of over 200 samples of sand from around the world, artifacts from shipwrecks, and a room with miniature models of some of Ocean City's old businesses and hotels.
In the Beach Room, you'll find a collection of bathing suits from the past century. In some cases, you'll be very thankful that we don't have to wear those items to the beach anymore!
If you hear laughter, that's just Sal. Sixty years ago she was an attraction at the Jester's Fun House on the boardwalk. She's still laughing, but you'll have to visit her at the Ocean City Life-Saving Museum. Before leaving, take time to browse the souvenirs, jewelry, and books in the gift shop.
Admission: Adults $3, Children 12-6 years $1, Children 5 years and under Free.
From June to September, the museum is open from 10am – 10pm daily.
May and October : 10 am – 4 pm
November, December & April: Weekends only from 10 am – 4pm
January, February & March: Recommended you call for hours
410-289-4991
