Ocean City Life-Saving Museum

813 S Atlantic Ave, Ocean City, MD 21842
(410) 289-4991
Opens at 10:00 am 10:00 am - 1:30 pm
  • Saturday 10:00 am - 1:30 pm
  • Sunday 10:00 am - 1:30 pm
While visiting our website you can take some time to reminisce with our Ocean City Memories or let yourself travel back through time to join the heroic Surfmen of the US Life-Saving Service on a rescue mission. Preview some of our exhibits or look up family history in our genealogy section.
 
When in Ocean City, Maryland join us by taking a tour of the Life-Saving Station Museum. You’ll find captivating exhibits featuring the history of the U.S. Life-Saving Service and Ocean City History. Other displays include; "Surfs Up! - Riding the Waves of Change", "The Boardwalk of Yesterday", "Sands of the World", and much more.  Aquariums featuring local marine life are a favorite for young and old alike. There is something here for everyone. The meticulously restored building that was once scheduled for demolition, is now a monument to Ocean City History.
Ocean City Life-Saving Museum

Recent Reviews

Ocean City Life-Saving Museum
Somthing toSee : 5 on 7/30/2024 1:59 am
you will be surprised to find how beautiful the ocean city from its history, majority of the founders with the females, the brave one of the history. There is a huge parking next to the building perhaps one of the biggest parking lot that can hold more than 2000 cars. You must go with friends and families. The ticket is five dollar and you don’t need a advanced booking.
5 5
Ocean City Life-Saving Museum
Ally Paynter : 5 on 7/17/2024 3:12 am
Small and unique. Cutest little kids room, my toddlers and 8yr old enjoyed it although if my 8yr old was alone maybe not as much.. geared toward 6 and under. If you're a looker more so than a reader at museums, this will take you all of 20 minutes. Not stroller friendly, steep climb up stairs too.
5 5
Ocean City Life-Saving Museum
Maestro Lask : 5 on 7/30/2024 10:45 am
Fun and educational visit for all ages at the museum,! The staff was welcoming and displays were fun for all ages. A staff educator presented an instructional class and included all the children. Adorable. Now I know why sharks confuse a surfboarder for food! Thank you OCL staff!
5 5
Ocean City Life-Saving Museum

Events

Little Learners: Fish Prints & Aquarium Program

Jan 6, 2025 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Learn more about the fish that live in the museum’s aquariums and create a fish print to take home. Free parking will be available. We ask that you register for each program through our website or the Facebook events so that we can have an accurate headcount ahead of time. This is a FREE program.
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Little Learners: Life-Saving Reenactment with Coast Guard Members and Story Time

Feb 3, 2025 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Members of our local Coast Guard will lead guests in interactive activities to test their life-saving skills. Free parking will be available. We ask that you register for each program through our website or the Facebook events so that we can have an accurate headcount ahead of time. This is a FREE program.
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Little Learners: Ocean City Fire and Rescue featuring Max the Therapy Dog

Apr 7, 2025 10:00 am - 11:00 am
The Ocean City Fire Department will be visiting with not only engines, but an extra special guest, Max the therapy dog! Free parking will be available. We ask that you register for each program through our website or the Facebook events so that we can have an accurate headcount ahead of time. This is a FREE program.
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