The renovated Boathouse hosts exhibits on specific topics such as local oystering families, Native Americans, hurricanes, ship builders, sailing heroes, and maritime disasters. It also has a permanent exhibit on the ecological history of the Long Island Sound, highlighting the flora, fauna, and marine life that flourish in our waters, centered around a hand-painted mural. Built-in cabinets display tools used by boatbuilders, sailmakers, fishermen, ship captains, and local craft people. We intend to present a range of fun and engaging programs that connect the community with our maritime history. Rounding out the displays will be a collection of beautifully-built models of New England working boats, donated by Rowayton resident Dick Woods.​

The Boathouse was dedicated to the memory of Rowayton Historical Society founder Frank E. Raymond in 2000.