The St. Mary’s County Museum Division is set to enhance its popular Dinner & A Cruise series in 2026 with the introduction of a new water taxi vessel. This expansion includes additional cruise types, routes, and themed experiences, offering visitors an exciting array of options to enjoy evenings on the St. Clement’s Island Water Taxi.
Debuting in spring 2026, the new vessel allows for greater travel distances along the Potomac River, which means more destinations and diverse experiences for guests. The museum division aims to provide a full year of engaging themed cruises that blend scenic views with culinary delights.
Upcoming Cruise Themes and Dates
The schedule for the 2026 season includes a variety of themes designed to appeal to different interests. Notable dates on the calendar include:
– **April 26, 2026** – Dinner & a Cruise: Between North & South
– **May 16, 2026** – Dinner & a Cruise (Picnic Style): Author Christine Trent
– **May 31, 2026** – Dinner & a Cruise: Manor Houses along the Potomac & Patuxent River
– **June 28, 2026** – Dinner & a Cruise: A Conversation with Local Historian Julia King
– **August 9, 2026** – Dinner & a Cruise: Blackistone Lighthouse
– **September 5, 2026** – Dinner & a Cruise (Picnic Style): World War II
– **September 27, 2026** – Dinner & a Cruise: An Ecological Look at the Potomac
– **October 18, 2026** – Dinner & a Cruise: The Oyster Wars
– **October 29-31, 2026** – Dinner & a Cruise (Picnic Style): A Haunted River Cruise
– **November 19, 2026** – Dinner & a Cruise: Star Gazing
Regular dinner cruises will include transportation to a local seafood restaurant for a sit-down meal, while the “Picnic Style” cruises invite guests to bring their own food and beverages, creating a unique floating dining experience.
Ticket Information and Reservations
Tickets for the regular dinner cruises are priced at $95 per person, which includes a seafood dinner. The picnic-style adventures are available for $25 per person. Guests are reminded to bring their own provisions for the picnic-style cruises, as no food or drinks will be available onboard.
For more information or to reserve tickets, interested parties can visit the museum’s website at [https://bit.ly/DinnerCruise2026](https://bit.ly/DinnerCruise2026) or contact Janet Cooper via email at [[email protected]](mailto:[email protected]). Additionally, updates and event details can be found on the museum’s Facebook page.
The St. Clement’s Island Museum continues to be a hub for cultural and historical engagement in the region, providing residents and visitors alike with memorable experiences throughout the year.
