February 2015 Major Events in Annapolis and the Chesapeake Bay

ANNAPOLIS, MARYLAND—The Annapolis & Anne Arundel County Conference and Visitors Bureau (AAACCVB) wants to make it easy for individuals to enjoy the many exciting events and activities that will be taking place in Annapolis and the Chesapeake Bay throughout February 2015. To assist individuals who are making advance plans for business or vacation travel, the AAACCVB has put together a February 2015 Major Events Calendar. For a more comprehensive overview of events large and small, visit VisitAnnapolis.org.

February 2015 Major Events

A Lineage of American Perceptual Painters
Thursday, January 15 - Sunday, March 1
St. John’s College, Elizabeth Myers Mitchell Gallery, 60 College Avenue, Annapolis
Admission: Free
www.sjc.edu
410-626-2556

The exhibition of early 20th-century and modern American Perceptual Realists focuses on a niche of American Realism begun in part by Edwin Dickinson (1891-1978), a student and contemporary of Charles Hawthorne (1872-1930).

Stormy Weather 
Thursday, January 15 – Sunday, March 15
Annapolis Maritime Museum, 723 Second Street, Eastport, Annapolis
www.amaritime.org
410-295-0104

The Maryland Federation of Art’s juried exhibition features 46 pieces of artwork created by 38 artists. It depicts the sights, sounds, colors, impact and anticipation of weather. The jurors are Fox 45 News reporter and meteorologist Emily Gracey and Barry Shauck, assistant professor and head of art teacher education at Boston University’s College of Fine Art.

Annapolis Antiques Show
Saturday and Sunday, January 31 – February 1
Sat., 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Sun., 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
National Guard Armory, 18 Willow Street, Annapolis
Admission: $10
www.dfshows.com
434-361-1770

Antiques dealers from across the country will offer country and formal furniture, American folk art, fine art, nautical items, silver, porcelains, jewelry, decorative accessories and much more. Antiques are the original “green”. Invest in the future by recycling the past. Free parking and food available. Produced by Dordy Fontinel Show Management, Inc.

Maryland My Maryland
February 1-28 
Held in two locations – McBride Gallery, 215 Main Street, Annapolis and
Lowe & Taylor House of Delegates Office Building, Committee Hearing Room, Bladen Street, Annapolis
www.mcbridegallery.com
410-267-7077

More than 20 artists will exhibit bronze sculpture, oil paintings, watercolor, pastel and original etchings portraying the beauty of the state. The exhibition will celebrate Maryland scenes from city life, the countryside and the Chesapeake Bay. It will feature Bay wildlife as well as recreational activities on and around the water.

Captain Avery Museum Luncheon Series
Wednesday, February 4
11:30 a.m.
Captain Avery Museum, 1418 East West Shady Side Road, Shady Side
Admission: $20 for one luncheon; $90 for the six-part series
www.CaptainAveryMuseum.org
410-867-4486

In this fourth of a six-part luncheon series, historian John Colhoun will discuss the Chesapeake steamboat, The Emma Giles. Attendees will dine on homemade soups, specialty breads and homemade desserts. Reservations required. RSVP at 410-266-8846.

Landing Ship Tanks at D-Day: Construction on the Ohio, Training on the Chesapeake and Victory at Normandy
Thursday, February 5
7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Annapolis Maritime Museum, 723 Second St. Eastport, Annapolis
Admission: $10; free for AMM members first mate and above
http://amaritime.org/ 
410-295-0104

In this fourth of an eight-part lecture series, Professor of History Emeritus at the U.S. Naval Academy, Dr. Craig Symonds, discusses how landing ship tanks are built and the critical role they and the landing craft infantry played in planning and executing the D-Day invasion.

Captain Avery Museum Luncheon Series
Wednesday, February 11
11:30 a.m.
Captain Avery Museum, 1418 East West Shady Side Road, Shady Side
Admission: $20 for one luncheon; $90 for the six-part series
www.CaptainAveryMuseum.org
410-867-4486

This fifth in a six-part luncheon series features Chair of Chesapeake Beach Oyster Cultivation, John Bacon. Attendees will dine on homemade soups, specialty breads and homemade desserts. Reservations required. RSVP at 410-266-8846.

Eric Benet Concert
Thursday, February 12
8:00 p.m.
Rams Head on Stage, 33 West St., Annapolis
Admission: $65
www.ramsheadonstage.com 
410-268-4545

R&B crooner, songwriter and actor, Eric Benét has successfully released six albums including his latest album featuring hits, “Real Love,” “Ha
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