Are you interested in learning about the life and influence of watermen along the Rappahannock River and the Chesapeake Bay? Well, you’ve come to the right place. Your next step after reading our guide is to visit the Morattico Waterfront Museum! This attraction is perfect for history buffs, and it’s only a short drive away from the Hope and Glory Inn.
Find out what you need to know and make sure you take a quick look at our complimentary Vacation Guide before you go. We filled it with additional recommendations in our area and made it free to help simplify the planning process for our wonderful guests and friends!
Explore the Morattico Waterfront Museum
What Can You See?
What do you imagine when you think about the Chesapeake Bay? A lot of people would say oysters! When you’re not enjoying the ultimate wine and oyster pairings at our vineyard, you can head over to the Morattico Waterfront Museum to learn about these influential mollusks and the people that helped build the foundation for the modern oyster industry. Some of the permanent displays at the museum include:
- Crab and Oyster Rooms
- Farming and Fishing Room
- Early Morattico Families Room
Where Is it?
If you’d like to check out what the Morattico Museum has to offer, you can find it just north of Belle Island State Park along the Rappahannock River. It’s in Morattico, which is about a thirty-minute drive from the Hope and Glory Inn, making it perfect for an afternoon of history and a picnic in nature’s beauty with your sweetheart. Plus, you can explore this charming, riverfront village and enjoy one of the Northern Neck’s towns.
When Is It Open?
Feel free to explore the Morattico Museum between May and October on Saturdays from noon to 4:00 p.m. and Sundays from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Mark your calendars for the variety of the events that the museum hosts, too. There’s something for everyone, from oyster roasts to cocktail parties!
Can You Volunteer?
In addition to enjoying all the exhibits here, you’re also always welcome to volunteer to help preserve the rich history of the area. The Morattico Waterfront Museum is a non-profit organization that relies on volunteers for maintenance, fundraising, and to be docents.
The Best Place to Stay Nearby
Have you ever stayed a hotel that was more of an experience rather than simply a place to stay? That’s what we offer at the Hope and Glory Inn! Leave your worries behind this year for a peaceful getaway to paradise. Our pristine property is home to a variety of beautiful rooms and cottages, a consistently top-rated restaurant, and charming bar nicknamed “Detention.” Did we mention that we also have a vineyard a short walk away with unparalleled wine and oyster pairings? The list of reasons to stay with us goes on and on!
Check our availability and book your stay today to see what top-notch lodging feels like!
