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 Learn about Native Americans |
113 South Broadway Baltimore, MD 21231 United States +1 410 675 3535 http://www.baic.org/ info@baic.org |
The Baltimore American Indian Center provides educational opportunities for youths who would like to learn about Native American culture. View Native American art and learn to make moccasins and jewelry, or take classes in Native American dancing and drumming. The center is housed in a three-story building and also offers social services for the city's large Native American population, which includes about 6,000 Lumbee. Each year, thousands of people attend the center's three-day powwow, which is usually held on a local college campus. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Baltimore's Maritime History |
1724 Thames Street Baltimore, MD 21231 United States +1 410 732 0278 http://www.mdhs.org/explore/ma... |
The Maryland Historical Society (MdHS), founded in 1844, is the state's oldest cultural institution. Located at 201 W. Monument Street in the Mount Vernon Cultural District, the MdHS collects, preserves, and interprets more than seven million artifacts and documents reflecting Maryland's diverse heritage through a museum, library, press, and extensive educational programs. The collection includes the original manuscript of Francis Scott Key's "The Star-Spangled Banner" as well as one of the most extensive collections of Americana in the world. This museum has several permanent exhibits including Looking for Liberty, Furniture in MD Life, Maryland Through the Artist's Eye, and Served in Style: Silver Collection of the Maryland Historical Society. Temporary exhibitions are open throughout the year in the galleries of the museum and the library. Satellite sites include the Baltimore Civil War Museum and the Fells Point Maritime Museum. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 All Aboard with Captain Hobbs |
1001 Fell Street Baldwin Baltimore, MD 21231 United States +1 410 428 1711 http://www.harborsail.com harborsail@worldnet.att.net |
Take to the open seas with Captain Hobbs on his 41'Hunter, the Catawampus II. Captain Hobbs offers adult sailing lessons at beginner and advanced levels as well as boats available for charter. HarborSail provides catered cruises for an additional fee. For information on prices, departure times, and additional details see their website. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Liberty Fleet Vessel |
2000 South Clinton Street, Pier One On the S.S. John W. Brown Ship Baltimore, MD 21224 United States +1 410 558 0646 http://www.liberty-ship.com/ john.w.brown@usa.net |
Project Liberty Ship is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving the World War II S.S. John W. Brown Liberty ship. As a historic museum, the ship is open for tours, exhibitions, and social functions. The John W. Brown is one of only two operating Liberty ships from a fleet of 2710. Arrangements must be made by phone first. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Baltimore's oldest home |
812 South Ann Street Baltimore, MD 21231 United States +1 410 675 6750 |
This handsome brick row home is Baltimore's oldest residence. Restored by the Society for the Preservation of Federal Hill and Fells Point, it is filled with period furnishings and illustrates what life was like for the shipping merchants who lived in Baltimore before the American Revolution. A small garden features herb plants the type that would have been found in Colonial gardens. It is free and open to the public. Guided house tours are $1 and are scheduled on Thursdays at 10am, 1pm and 3pm. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Oldest Baltimore Residence |
812 South Ann Street Baltimore, MD 21231 United States +1 410 675 6750 http://www.preservationsociety... info@preservationsociety.com |
Built in 1765, the Robert Long House and Garden is the oldest surviving residence in the city. Maintained by the Preservation Society, the classic house has undergone a major restoration and is furnished with period antiques. Located in the historic district of Fell's Point, the Robert Long House hosts daily tours. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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See Ships by the Seashore |
3720 Dillon Street, 2nd floor Baltimore, MD 21224 United States +1 410 522 7300 http://www.sailbaltimore.org info@Sail Baltimore.org |
If you are interested in international sea vessels, Sail Baltimore is the perfect excursion for you. Sail Baltimore is an annual program that has brought over 400 international ships to the city, including tall ships, naval battleships, and sea vessels of historic, environmental and educational interest. They also host various maritime events throughout the year which are free. See the website for current events and schedule. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Waterfront taxi service |
1807 Thames Street Baltimore, MD 21201 United States +1 410 675 2900 |
One of several water taxis operating along Baltimore's busy waterfront, Seaport shuttles tourists and residents alike to many stops, including Fells Point, Canton and major Inner Harbor attractions. Passengers pay a one-time boarding fee and can use the water taxi all day. You can disembark at any site and stay as long as you like. It's a great way to save time getting from point to point. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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