We are thrilled to announce that our Grand Re-opening will be Saturday May 30th from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.  Our Re-opening Task Force is hard at work, planning a great day of special events, speakers, and extra surprises.  

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The Museum is actively moving forward, with meaningful work taking place across exhibits, operations, and community engagement.

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Behind the scenes, existing exhibits are being refreshed and reorganized to better reflect the Museum’s educational mission and to create a more dynamic, accessible experience for guests. This work is already underway, with visible changes taking shape throughout the Museum. Our most visible change will be for George, our wonderful snapping turtle.  He is moving to a bigger aquarium where he can see more of what is happening in the Museum.   

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Two new exhibits are nearing completion, alongside ongoing enhancements including interactive, rotating, and traveling exhibits. 

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The Museum has established our “Friends of the Museum” Advisory Council composed of engaged community leaders, supporters, and subject-matter contributors. The Council will be participating actively in discussions and providing strategic input on key areas including visitor experience, community involvement, and organizational direction. Their involvement will bring immediate value by broadening perspectives and strengthening decision-making during this critical phase.  Sarah Brinton is serving as the Advisory Council Chair.

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In addition to the exhibit work and advisory input, day-to-day efforts continue to focus on operational stability, organization, and building a stronger internal structure and financial foundation. The entire board is meeting each Monday; we have added one new board member, and more will be added very soon. Our committees and task forces are actively engaged.

  

In summary, we are actively improving exhibits, engaging community expertise through our Advisory Council, and strengthening how we operate day-to-day. Real progress is happening, and it is being shaped by both hands-on work and community collaboration. We are confident that each step we complete is helping us move forward in a thoughtful and sustainable manner.

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Toward our financial goals, we have applied and are applying for grants from supportive organizations in our community. Our fundraiser through the Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore is growing daily, and we encourage the community to continue to help us work towards our goal of $200,000.  Please click the "Donate Here" button below to donate!

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If you would like to donate or make a pledge, please click the "Donate Now" button.  Or you can send a check, payable to the Delmarva Discovery Museum, to 2 Market Street, Pocomoke City, MD 21851.

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Updates will continue as work advances.