Philip Merrill Environmental Center

The Philip Merrill Environment Center houses the Chesapeake Bay Foundation's (CBF) headquarters and Maryland Office. Founded in 1967, CBF is the largest independent conservation organization dedicated solely to saving the Bay. We engage in advocacy, restoration, education, and litigation to turn the tide and leave a legacy of clean water. The first building to receive the U.S. Green Building Council's Platinum rating for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED), the center and its sophisticated systems have won international acclaim as a model for energy efficiency, high performance, and water conservation. We have a beautiful venue right on the water available to rent for weddings, meetings, and other events.