Pride of Baltimore, Inc. presents Sing the Bay Fantastic! on April 23, 2026, from 6 to 8 PM at the Baltimore Museum of Industry.

Featuring acclaimed folk duo Janie Meneely and Rob van Sante, the performance brings the Chesapeake Bay to life through story and song. Drawing from years spent among watermen and maritime communities, Meneely’s work captures the voices, humor, and hardships of those who make their living on the water.

Her repertoire ranges from lively tales like “Nasty Nell” to poignant ballads such as “Claud W. Somers, 1977,” recounting the loss of a Chesapeake Bay skipjack. Her connection to Pride of Baltimore runs especially deep: she wrote a song about the ship months before the original vessel was lost at sea, later revisiting and reshaping it ahead of the launch of Pride of Baltimore II.

Performing alongside Dutch-born musician Rob van Sante, whose harmonies and musical arrangements bring depth and warmth to her work, the duo offers an evening of music, storytelling, and shared experience.
“I use my art to preserve the resource,” says Meneely. “The same way a painter might capture a lighthouse on canvas.”

Audiences can expect music, merriment, and the chance to sing along, celebrating the culture and traditions of the Chesapeake Bay.

Event Details: Sing the Bay Fantastic!
Sing the Bay Fantastic! Celebrating Chesapeake Traditions in Song
Date: April 23, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Baltimore Museum of Industry
1415 Key Hwy, Baltimore, MD 21230
Tickets:
• Privateer Society & Donor Admission: $20
• General Admission: $25
• Door Admission: $35
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About Pride of Baltimore II
Pride of Baltimore II is a globally recognized sailing ambassador for the State of Maryland. Launched in 1988, she is a reproduction of a Baltimore Clipper, sleek and fast vessels known for their role in the War of 1812. Operated by a professional crew of twelve, Pride II preserves maritime heritage through education, outreach, and international goodwill. The vessel continues the mission of her predecessor, Pride of Baltimore, which was tragically lost at sea in 1986.