Solomons in Calvert County, Maryland — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
The Chesapeake Bay Bugeye
A Memorial to Those who Fished the Bay and Built Their Boats
The first frame bugeye, the Carrie, was built on Solomons Island in 1870. The bugeye was a Chesapeake Bay work boat. It was used in the oystering industry for hauling freight. The bugeye is a symbol of the Chesapeake Bay Heritage of Solomons Island. This bronze sculpture was cast from a carving created for the Calvert Marine Museum by Leroy "Pepper" Langley. a mold was made from the carving by his son, Jimmy Langley, in 1992 , and used to make the bronze casting.Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Animals • Industry & Commerce • Waterways & Vessels. A significant historical year for this entry is 1870.
Location. 38° 19.451′ N, 76° 27.66′ W. Marker is in Solomons, Maryland, in Calvert County. Marker is on Solomons Road (Maryland Route 2) 0.1 miles south of Alexander Lane, on the right when traveling south. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 14430 Solomons Road, Solomons MD 20688, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. J. C. Lore & Sons Oyster House (a few steps from this marker); M. M. Davis Shipyard (about 700 feet away, measured in a direct line); Solomon's Island
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