About
Full of historical significance and educational fun, the Ocean City Life-Saving Museum in Maryland is an attraction visitors won't want to miss! This incredible museum offers a rich history of local sea rescues and other beachy artifacts and exhibits.
With incredible architecture and a lot of history about Ocean City, including information regarding the Coast Guard from the beginning till the present, there's plenty to capture anyone's interest. Plus, there are even hands-on learning experiences in the Kids' section upstairs!
Explore this fantastic attraction for an unforgettable time discovering the role of the United States Life-Saving Service in Ocean City's past.
Cool Things To Do
While visiting this cute little museum, you can explore exhibits on the town's history, learn about local sea life, and see artifacts from shipwrecks found on the nearby ocean floor.
Not only is this museum filled with historical stories of actual life events and incredible things to see, but kids are also bound to love their fun programs like scavenger hunts, live animal encounters, and crafts.
And don’t forget to stop in the gift shop at the end of your visit, where you will see unique finds, like vintage postcards and reproduction historical photographs.
Getting There
Located at the extreme end of the famous Ocean City Boardwalk, the Ocean City Life-Saving Museum overlooks the Inlet and Assateague Island, so getting there can be tricky.
We recommend plugging in the address to your favorite map app and following along.
And to make sure you’re headed in the right direction, keep an eye out for Trimper’s Amusement Park—the museum is the tall clapboarded building on the left as you enter the Hugh Cropper Parking Lot.
Admission
Adults - $5.00
Seniors (62 +) - $3.00
Military Discount - $3.00
Youths (12 - 18 years of age) - $3.00
Children (age 11 and under) - FREE
Local Tips
- The boardwalk starts right out of the front door!
- The Ocean City Life-Saving Museum is a great place to see both sunsets and sunrises.
- Part of your admission goes back into the preservation of this incredible museum.
- All the staff is super knowledgeable and willing to help, so ask away. This museum is full of cool history!