We preserve Shady Side's maritime and recreational history and are stewards of our natural environment.
We are a vital and inclusive learning center that engages and inspires the surrounding community to value our history and preserve our watershed.
We are a museum that showcases three centuries of Shady Side history, with an emphasis on watermen contributions for local industry, the development of steam ships for tourism, and story telling about life in "The Great Swamp".
We provide public water access, inclusive and accessible educational programming, exhibits and events.