Founded in 1845, the U.S. Naval Academy is one of the most selective schools in the country. It was recently rated by U.S. News & World Report as the top public school in America, and has an acceptance rate of around eight to ten percent.

Welcome aboard the U.S Naval Academy. You're entering a place where the pursuit of moral, mental, and physical excellence permeates every classroom, field, hall and parade ground. Where the pride of 175+ years of exceptional Naval tradition inspires the faculty, staff, midshipmen, and visitors alike as they live, learn, and work in the stately Beaux-Arts classical buildings. It's a place of beauty that enjoys one of the most breathtaking waterfront views in all of Annapolis.

Access information to the Naval Academy Grounds:

-Access to the Academy grounds is limited.

-Anyone with a locally prepared USNA ID Card or a DOD credential, including military retirees and dependents may drive onto USNA.

-All others will need to park outside the Academy and walk in through Gate 1.

-All visitors 21 years of age or older must have a valid picture ID (see the list of Acceptable Forms of ID).

-Visitors under the age of 21 who do not have a valid picture ID must be escorted by an adult with a valid form of identification.

-Please check the current security restrictions before planning a visit.

The historic McNasby Oyster Company has served as the perfect home for the Annapolis Maritime Museum since 2001. The company’s success was built on the watermen’s knowledge of the Chesapeake Bay, its health, and the ecological diversity of this vast body of water. What better place for the Annapolis Maritime Museum to call home and pursue its mission of educating and informing the public of the enormous ecological wealth and history of the Chesapeake Bay? Interactive heritage exhibits, environmental programs, camps, and engaging community events have transformed the Museum into an essential, beloved feature of the Annapolis community. With direct views of the Chesapeake Bay, the Museum Campus includes the McNasby Oyster Company building, Barge House, three transient piers, and adjacent beachside park—the only in Annapolis—complete with a historic wooden boat exhibit.

America's first peacetime capitol and the oldest state house still in legislative use.

Completed in 1779, it was the site of nationally important events after the American Revolution, including George Washington's resignation as commander-in-chief of the Continental Army, and the ratification of the Treaty of Paris. The rich architecture and history of the building was recognized in 1960 when the State House was designated as a National Historic Landmark.

The Maryland General Assembly convenes in the State House for ninety days, from January to April. The governor, lieutenant governor, speaker of the House of Delegates and president of the Senate all have their offices in the historic building.

The State House is administered by the State House Trust which oversees the interpretation of the building as well as its care and maintenance. The Trust also has responsibility for the use of the public areas of the State House.

Visiting the State House

The State House is open to the public every day from 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., except Christmas and New Years Day. To help make your visit to the Maryland State House more enjoyable, and to provide you with an understanding of its rich and historic past, self-guided tour information is available by the Archives Room on the first floor.

Please note that security measures are in place at the State House and other state buildings in the Annapolis complex. Picture IDs are required for entrance and metal detectors are in operation.

This 786-acre Maryland State Park is located along the northwestern shore of the majestic Chesapeake Bay. The park’s beaches and picnic areas are well known for their breathtaking scenic water views that overlook one of Maryland’s true treasures, the Chesapeake Bay. The park was first opened on June 25, 1952 and has provided its guests with various activities and services ever since. The park also offers a marina store and boat rentals. Sandy Point State Park offers accessible food and beverage concession, fishing, picnic areas, shelters, bathhouses and playgrounds.