Found along the banks of the Susquehanna Flats, a historic world-class fishery in Maryland is the Havre de Grace Decoy Museum. The museum was established in 1986 and is run by a non-profit organization that is dedicated to the preservation of Chesapeake Bay’s water-fowling culture and history. While waterfowl hunting is a way of life around many parts of the globe, it is the Havre de Grace Decoy Museum which is home to one of the most impressive decorative and working decoys in existence. More than just a pretty collection, the museum gives insight into an important part of Chesapeake culture, as decoys have been used for centuries to lure waterfowls for hunters. Come and see firsthand the finely carved decoys from contemporary crafters and learn about this century-old art, which has been passed down from generation to generation between carving masters and apprentices.

215 Giles Street, Havre de Grace, Maryland 21078, Phone: 410-939-3739

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