Crisfield Seafood Workers Mural Installation Postponed

A Crisfield Seafood Workers Mural has been commissioned from artist Michael Rosato and work has been completed in his Cambridge studio. The mural was scheduled to be installed the weekend of August 8, 2020 at 347 W Main Street in Crisfield. This mural is a project of the Greater Crisfield Action Coalition and was undertaken by project leads Darlene Taylor and Eric Banks.

Unfortunately, wind damage from Tropical Storm Isaias has impacted the building and will take some time to repair. Residents from eight apartment units are currently seeking new housing. The building owners are working to get a structural engineer survey and will work closely with the City of Crisfield and Somerset County during repairs. A new installation date is planned for late fall 2020 after repairs are completed.

The Greater Crisfield Action Coalition and the Crisfield Arts & Entertainment District Project worked together to secure funding for this project. The mural was supported by grants from the Department of Housing and Community Development ($3,000), the Maryland State Arts Council ($7,065), the Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore ($5,065), the Somerset County Arts Council ($2,800) and the Crisfield Arts & Entertainment District Project ($2,000).
Upcoming Events
Due to COVID events are updated frequently - please see crisfieldarts.org/events for the latest information.

Somerset County Library Programs to Go!
Lots of free programs, many with take home kits! Check out somelibrary.org/ and sign up today!

Aug 8, 2020 4 pm – 6 pm.
Crisfield Arts & Entertainment District Project Annual Have a Seat in Crisfield Preview
Outdoors at the Corbin Studio & Gallery, 4 E Main Street, Crisfield. This is a preview, the live auction postponed with new date to be determined. This fundraiser partners local artists with local businesses to create benches and children's rocking chairs that are works of art. Funds raised provide free and low-cost services and workshops for artists. Check chairs out at http://charityauction.bid/haveaseatincrisfield2020 or CrisfieldArts.org

August 14th 5:00 - 7:00 pm
Smith Island Artists Opening Reception
Somerset County Arts Council, West Main Street Gallery, 1100 Main Street, Crisfield, Maryland. Exhibit August 14th - September 11th

August 22, 2020
4th Saturday Bay Stroll
Crisfield City Dock, 1201 W Main St, Crisfield. Shop with local artists & vendors. Specials at local businesses. 4 pm – 7 pm. Vendors sign up for free at CrisfieldArts.org

August 22 6:30 – 8am and 3 – 4:30pm
A Symphony of Somersets
There are 36 places in the world named Somerset. This is a poetic journey through their moving histories, their common ground. 
Sign up for free at https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/a-symphony-of-somersets-tickets-115574812375?aff=ebdssbonlinesearch 

August 22 
Motown Crab & Cruise
4:30 – 9:30 pm. Crisfield. This is a themed event, so come dressed to impress with your Motown era gear. Premium crabs will be hitting your table while Smokey Robinson, the Jackson 5, and Marvin Gaye try to lift you out of your seat. Choose from crab feast only or the full crab feast and cruise package. For more information, please visit https://crabandcruise.com/

August 29
Old School 70s/80s R&B Crab & Cruise
4:30 – 9:30 pm. Crisfield. DJ Flea will be playing the classic Old School R&B hits from the 70s and 80s on the upper level of the cruise while music plays through both levels. Earlier in the day, DJ Adam Dutch will be setting the Old School vibe on stage and “Hurricane” Hazel provides crab picking demonstrations during the feast. Choose from crab feast only or the full crab feast and cruise package. For more information, please visit https://crabandcruise.com/

August 30 
Old School 70s/80s R&B Crab & Cruise
4:30 – 9:30 pm. Crisfield. DJ Flea will be playing the classic Old School R&B hits from the 70s and 80s on the upper level of the cruise while music plays through both levels. Earlier in the day, DJ Adam Dutch will be setting the Old School vibe on stage and “Hurricane” Hazel provides crab picking demonstrations during the feast. Choose from crab feast only or the full crab feast and cruise package. For more information, please visit https://crabandcruise.com/

September 3 - 6 
73rd Annual National Hard Crab Derby & Fair
Crab races & picking, parade, arts & crafts. Crisfield Area Chamber of Commerce 410-968-2500/800-782-3913/ nationalhardcrabderby.com.


Friday, Sept 4 @ 6 pm
Working Together for a Better Crisfield
Hosted by Crisfield Elks Lodge 1044 & Crisfield American Legion Post 16
#1 Eagles Tribute Band in the Country!
Tickets $25 or $500 for a table VIP section available
Bring your own chair. No coolers please.
Contact [email protected] or call 443-880-1731


September 5, 2020 Rescheduled for May 2021
Smith Island Cultural Center, 20846 Caleb Jones Road, Ewell. 11:30 am - 3:30pm
Artist/Vendor tables, Amateur Photo Contest. Lots of Crab Cakes, Oyster Sandwiches, Bar-B-Que, and Smith Island Cake.


September 5 
90s/00s R&B/Hip Hop Labor Day Crab & Cruise
4:30 – 9:30 pm. Crisfield. DJ Adam Dutch will be mixing up the R&B/Hip Hop hits from 90s and 00s on the upper level of the cruise, as well as providing music during the feast. 97.5 DJ, Big Mark, will be playing on the lower level. “Hurricane” Hazel will be providing crab picking demonstrations during the feast. Choose from crab feast only or the full crab feast and cruise package. For more information, please visit CrabandCruise.com. Note: This Crab & Cruise event coincides the National Hard Crab Derby & Fair. 

Sept 26
4th Saturday Bay Stroll &
tentative 14th Annual Wheels On the Waterfront (WOW) Cruise-In , with a rain date of 10/03/2020
Renewing Members - Thank you!

Christina Holden
Peg Manning and Brian Julian                               
Jackie Miller   
Deborah Nissley                                                            
About the Crisfield Arts & Entertainment District Project

The non-profit Crisfield Arts & Entertainment District (CAED) Project is the State recognized entity for the management of the Crisfield Arts & Entertainment District. Maryland’s Arts & Entertainment (A&E) Districts help develop and promote community involvement, tourism, and revitalization through tax-related incentives that attract artists, arts organizations, and other creative enterprises to towns and cities across the State.