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 Antique Toy Museum |
222 West Read Street Baltimore, MD 21201 United States +1 410 230 0580 http://www.antiqtoymuseum.com/ |
This thirty-eight year old collection dating from 1800 to 1950 features over forty antique dolls houses, kitchens, shops, theaters and castles. The collection also features an Apothecary Shop with antique toiletry and pharmaceutical items. Age old candy and cigar boxes and bottles are also on dis-play. Something that makes this collection even more unique is that all these pieces of antique toys are hand-crafted. This place is a delight for children and adults alike. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Large collection of locomotives |
901 W Pratt Street Baltimore, MD 21223 United States +1 410 752 2490 http://www.borail.org |
The Baltimore and Ohio Railroad was once one of the most important freight and passenger lines in the country. This museum, located in a converted switching yard west of downtown, was the final destination for dozens of the steam locomotives and diesel engines that traveled along that railroad. Visitors are welcome to climb aboard and inspect the giant machines, many of which are kept in a restored house that also holds a wealth of historical displays and railroad memorabilia. Adults pay USD12, Seniors USD10, Children (2-12 years) USD6 and children under two years of age can come free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Babe Ruth's Baltimore home |
216 Emory Street Baltimore, MD 21230 United States +1 410 727 1539 / +1 888 438 6909 (Toll Free) http://www.baberuthmuseum.com |
Babe Ruth is so much a part of New York Yankees lore, people forget that he was born, raised and introduced to professional baseball in Baltimore. This museum celebrates the Babe's Baltimore roots, displaying his boyhood bat, the score card from his first professional game. Artifacts from his father's saloon, which stood where Oriole Park is today, are also on display. The museum is also the official repository of Orioles team memorabilia. Admission is USD6 for adults; USD4 for seniors (60+); USD3 for children 5-16, and children under 5 get in free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Where do we go from here? |
100 Light Street, 12th Floor Baltimore, MD 21202 United States +1 877 22 584 6673 http://www.baltimore.org/ |
The Baltimore Area Convention & Visitors Association (BACVA) was established to help tourists learn about attractions and business services in Baltimore. The visitors center is a great place to get information on tours, shopping guides, arts and galleries, and events. Find tickets and brochures, make reservations for lodging or simply access information yourself in the touch-screen kiosks. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Nation's oldest Catholic cathedral |
408 North Charles Street Baltimore, MD 21201 United States +1 410 727 3565 http://www.baltimorebasilica.org |
Considered one of the finest examples of Neoclassical architecture, the Baltimore Basilica is the nation's oldest Catholic cathedral. Begun in 1806 and completed in 1821, the cathedral was designed by Benjamin Latrobe, architect of the U.S. Capitol. With its six Corinthian columns fronting a grand portico, the cathedral resembles a Greek temple. Nine stained-glass windows fill the massive interior with light. Visitors in recent years have included Pope John Paul II and the late Mother Theresa. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A Taste of the Bigs! |
Oriole Park at Camden Yards 333 West Camden Street Baltimore, MD 21201 United States +1 866 619 1748 / +1 317 534 2475 http://www.bigleaguetours.com |
The crack of the bat never sounded so good. If you're an avid baseball fan who's ever dreamed of visiting that historic stadium, or desired to watch that favorite childhood team you never got to see, Big League Tours will set you up with an exclusive baseball package that not only gets you a ticket to the ballgame, but also offers one-of-a-kind baseball opportunities. When you go on a Big League Tour, you might find yourself dining with a Hall of Famer or taking batting practice with an All-Star. With tours available in all 30 stadiums, you can customize your own memorable trip, or join a group on one of Big League Tours regional excursions. Whether your plan is to bond with the family at the ballpark or to spend a weekend with the guys, this unique tour company will provide an unforgettable experience that gets you up-close and personal with the Big Leagues. These tours are available during the regular baseball season. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Spiritual Sanctuary |
1316 Park Avenue Baltimore, MD 21217 United States +1 410 523 1542 http://www.brownmemorialparkav... |
This beautiful church is named after George Brown, a local merchant. In 1869, his widow donated the money for the church's construction. Over a hundred years later, the congregation is more active than ever. The Brown Memorial Park Avenue Presbyterian Church is committed to its members of all ethnicities, viewpoints and ages and is also dedicated to making a positive impact on the City of Baltimore. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Writer's Baltimore home |
203 Amity Street Baltimore, MD 21223 United States +1 410 396 7932 http://www.ci.baltimore.md.us/... |
Edgar Allen Poe's death in Baltimore remains shrouded in mystery, but the years he spent living in the city are well documented, thanks largely to Jeff Jerome, curator of the Poe House and Museum. The row home contains Poe's telescope, writing desk and several lavishly illustrated volumes. More compelling, perhaps, are the floors he paced and windows through which he gazed and pondered. Due to extensive renovations the Poe House was closed, but now check the website for further details. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Historic clock |
312-18 West Lombard Street (at South Paca Street) Baltimore, MD 21201 United States http://www.cr.nps.gov/nr/trave... |
Completed in 1911, the Emerson Bromo Seltzer tower was built by Captain Isaac Emerson. The 15-story structure, a replica of te Palazzo Vecchio tower in Florence, Italy, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Until 1936, a 51-foot replica of the famed blue bottle revolved on top of the building, illuminated by 596 lights. Today, a blue glow emenates from the tower's cupola and the structure's four clock faces are illuminated at all times, allowing passersby to see the Bromo Seltzer letters that mark the time. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Among America's largest libraries |
400 Cathedral Street Baltimore, MD 21201 United States +1 410 396 5430 http://www.pratt.lib.md.us/ |
The works of H.L. Mencken, the sage of Baltimore, and Edgar Allan Poe, another writer often associated with the city, can be explored at this library. In fact, two rooms are devoted to their writings and their lives. One of the largest libraries in the county, the Enoch Pratt also serves as a State Library Resource Center, which provides all Maryland libraries with access to state and federal government documents and other materials. The library has an impressive collection of books about Baltimore, Maryland and the region. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Baltimore jazz greats |
847 N Howard Street Baltimore, MD 21201 United States +1 410 225 3130 http://www.eubieblake.org/ |
This center had humble beginnings as the Model Cities Art Program. It was renamed in 1984 when James Hubert "Eubie" Blake, the famous ragtime pianist, left his archives to the city. Today, through photos and memorabilia, the museum offers visitors a glimpse of Baltimore's jazz legends—including Blake, Cab Calloway and Billie Holiday. In addition to the exhibit space, the center also arranges live jazz performances throughout the city and organizes lessons for students. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Church-going |
24 West Preston Street Baltimore, MD 21201 United States +1 410 727 1831 http://www.goannun.org |
This grand looking church has a large congregation and is a parish of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America. Stop by just to awe at the architecture or step inside to see the inspiring artwork. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Classic American diner |
400 East Saratoga Street Baltimore, MD 21202-3629 United States +1 410 962 5379 |
This downtown eatery was the main location for Baltimore-born film director Barry Levinson's coming-of-age film classic "Diner." It was also featured in the movie "Sleepless in Seattle," and was a frequent location for the dramatic TV series "Homicide." If its chrome exterior and homey interior looks familiar, that's why. But it's also special in another sense. It is run by the non-profit Chesapeake Center for Youth Development, which hires at-risk youth to serve up the wonderfully prepared classic American diner fare. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Tribute to Nazi holocaust victims |
Corner of Gay, Lombard and Water streets Baltimore, MD 21202 United States +1 410 752 2630 |
The Holocaust Memorial in downtown Baltimore was originally built in 1980 and was refurbished in 1997. Today, the centerpiece of the stark gray memorial is two concrete monoliths that represent the boxcars used to transport Jews to the Nazi death camps during World War II. Railroad tracks surround the structure. The redesign which involved the removal of a grassy hill, gives passersby along the Inner Harbor a view of the memorial. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Stroll through history |
920 Lemmon Street Baltimore, MD 21223 United States +1 410 669 8154 http://www.irishshrine.org/ |
In the late 1840's, a large number of Irish people migrated to Baltimore, to escape the Great Famine and this site commemorates their arrival and presence in the city. Come by to see where these immigrants lived and worked. Get a sneak peek into their lives through the five alley houses at the site, and visit B&O Railroad, where they worked. All these places are located at the same historical district. If your curiosity, about the immigrants, isn't satisfied, then visit other sites nearby like the Hollins Street Market and the Apostle Church and Cemetery. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A gateway to Baltimore's past |
201 West Monument Street Baltimore, MD 21201 United States +1 410 685 3750 http://www.mdhs.org/explore/mu... |
Located on Mount Vernon Square, this small, but well-stocked museum offers visitors a lesson in the history of Baltimore and the region. Spanning the colonial period to the present, it features an extensive collection of early American portraits, quilts, furniture, ceramics and toys. Other exhibits highlight the Chesapeake Bay's maritime industry, Baltimore's role as a port, and Maryland's role in the American Civil War. Admission: USD8 Adults, USD6 Seniors, students with I.D. and children 13-17, USD4 Children 3-12. Members of the society can come free of charge. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Nation's third oldest zoo |
Druid Hill Park Baltimore, MD 21217 United States +1 410 366 5466 http://www.marylandzoo.org/ |
Nestled in one of the city's most picturesque parks, this zoo is home to more than 2,250 animals. Although the zoo boasts contemporary exhibits where lions, giraffes and elephants roam freely, remnants of the Victorian era remain. Some mammals are housed in large barred cages that were built a century ago. The Maryland wilderness exhibit, where visitors explore a cave populated by timber rattlesnakes and walk under swimming river otters, is very popular, as is the children's barnyard. Admission charge for is USD15 for adults, USD12 for seniors and USD10 for children between 2 to 11 years. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Historic Home Of A Saint |
600 North Paca Street Baltimore, MD 21201 United States +1 410 523 3443 http://www.cr.nps.gov/nr/trave... |
This historic home was labeled as a historic site in 1973. Elizabeth Ann Seton, the original owner of the home, was the first American-born woman to be canonized by the Catholic Church. She founded the first order of nuns in the United States in the 19th century and was also responsible for founding one of the nation's first parochial schools in Baltimore. The house was named a historical site after nine years of rennovations starting in 1963. Furniture and artifacts from the 19th century are still displayed in the home, which is open to the public on weekends and by appointment. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Mount Clare Museum House |
1500 Washington Boulevard Baltimore, MD 21230 United States +1 410 837 3262 http://www.mountclare.org |
Mount Clare was built in 1760 by Charles Carroll, a barrister, Revolutionary patriot and distant relative of the signer of the Declaration of Independence by the same name. This two-story Georgian brick home has reconstructed wings. Original paintings, furniture and decorative art are on display. Mount Clare was named to the National Register of Historic places in 1970. Admission charge is USD6 for adults, USD5 for seniors and USD4 for students 18 years and under. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Amazing underwater experience |
501 East Pratt Street Baltimore, MD 21202 United States +1 410 576 3800 http://www.aqua.org |
This aquarium is perhaps the greatest attraction in Baltimore's celebrated Inner Harbor. The exhibits start small with samples of marine life from local waters, but visitors soon find themselves eye-to-eye with sharks, rays and other very large creatures. A simulated rainforest ecosystem and regularly scheduled dolphin shows round out the attractions. Admission is high, and the wait can be long, but both are worth it. See their website for further details. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Explore Baltimore's maritime history |
Pier 3 7ft Knoll Lighthouse, Pier 5 (office) Baltimore, MD 21231 United States +1 410 783 1490 http://www.natlhistoricseaport... |
This historic seaport rings the Baltimore harbor and includes attractions and sailing vessels that chronicle the city's 300-year maritime past. You can explore this history by walking the streets of waterfront communities or the decks of famous ships. The seaport consists of 16 sites, including the USS Constellation, the only surviving Civil War-era vessel afloat the Seven-Foot Knoll Lighthouse, U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Taney, Fort McHenry, historic Fells Point, Federal Hill and the Baltimore Museum of Industry. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fascinating history of dentistry |
31 South Greene Street Baltimore, MD 21201-1504 United States +1 410 706 0600 http://www.dentalmuseum.umaryl... |
In 1840, Baltimore became home to the world's first college of dentistry. Today, this museum offers a fascinating and fun-filled look at the history of dental medicine. Highlights include historical dental tools, a giant mouth-shaped juke-box, and a set of George Washington's dentures, which, by the way, were not wooden! For those interested in medicine it's a pleasant, informative diversion. Admission is USD4.5o for adults, seniors and youth USD2.50. Children under six years and NMD members can come free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Play ball! |
333 West Camden Street Baltimore, MD 21201 United States +1 410 685 9800 / +1 888 848 2473 http://www.theorioles.com |
Opened in 1992, this baseball stadium incorporates the old Baltimore & Ohio RR Warehouse building into its asymmetrical design. The home plate and right field foul pole came from the old Memorial Stadium, former home of the O's. Ninety-minute tours are given on weekday mornings, if there isn't an afternoon game. See the dugout, press box and field. Tickets to O's games can be tough to come by, but there is a scalp-free zone at the stadium where fans can buy tickets for face value or less. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Hold on to your chair! |
Pier IV, Ernst and Young Building Baltimore, MD 21202 United States +1 410 468 0700 http://www.passportvoyages.com |
Passport: Voyages of Discovery is a fun place for the whole family. Explore the ocean without getting wet! Passport offers simulated excursions combining film, motion seats and special effects. Other adventures include the 'Time Elevator' through Rome and Jerusalem and 'The Amazing World' time warp. Call for rates and other details. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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World-renowned musical institution |
1 East Mount Vernon Place Baltimore, MD 21202 United States +1 410 659 8100 http://www.peabody.jhu.edu/ |
The Peabody Institute was the first conservatory in the United States. It was founded in 1857 by philanthropist George Peabody and has been part of the Johns Hopkins University since 1977. The institute boasts four concert halls and the Peabody Library, and is home to the Peabody Conservatory, which offers private musical lessons, and the Peabody Preparatory, a non-degree program that offers classes for people of all ages. Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Dominick Argento and vocalist/pianist Tori Amos attended the institute. Students, faculty and other performers often stage free public concerts. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Study animals and plants |
225 Holliday Street Baltimore, MD 21202-4523 United States +1 410 396 1149 |
Built in 1814 by Charles Wilson Peale, one of the first American painters to achieve a place of distinction in the fine arts, the Peale Museum features a collection of 40 Peale family portraits and houses several natural history displays. Peale's collection of specimens gave scientists and visitors the opportunity to study animals and plants outside their natural environment. This museum was the first to display the complete skeleton of a mastodon. It is still standing today. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Goodwill ambassador |
401 East Pratt Street, Suite 222 (Headquarters) Baltimore World Trade Center Baltimore, MD 21202 United States +1 410 539 1151 / +1 888 557 7433 http://www.intandem.com/NewPri... |
Maryland's goodwill ambassador to the world was modeled after the Baltimore clippers, the topsail schooners that helped America win the War of 1812. Since its launch in 1988, the 173-foot vessel has represented Maryland in 44 countries. The Pride has sailed more than 180,000 miles and played host to some 500,000 visitors. If you're lucky enough to be in Baltimore when the Pride is in port, take a tour of the vessel or stay on board overnight and sail with the crew. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Quacking allowed |
25 Light Street, Suite 300 Baltimore, MD 21202 United States +1 410 727 3825 http://www.baltimoreducks.com/ |
The duck vessels will take you on an 80 minute tour throughout Baltimore's best sightseeing attractions along the harbor. See the Washington Monument, Edgar Allen Poe's grave, Camden Yards, Carroll Mansion and the Shot Tower. Excursions depart frequently seven days a week from April through October, at Conway and Light Streets. Groups are welcome and tickets can be purchased at the departure station. Adults USD24, Seniors and Military USD20, Students (13-18yrs) USD21, Children (3-12 yrs) USD14 free. Infants aged 2 years and unde come free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A tribute to sport legends |
301 West Camden Street Baltimore, MD 21201 United States +1 410 727 1539 / +1 888 438 6909 http://www.sportslegendsatcamd... |
Learn more about sports legends, who excelled in their chosen games, at the Baltimore Sports Legends at Camden Yards. Step in to find out what these influential personalities did to the world of sports. Get a deeper insight into the careers of Babe Ruth, Johnny Unitas, Pam Shriver and Michael Phelps who hail from such varied fields of sports. Be it long tennis, baseball or athletics, heroes from your favorite sport will surely be there to discover. Fans can get a closer peek into the lives and moments of victory of these champs. Admission: USD10 for adults, USD8 for seniors and USD6.50 for children under 12. Free for members. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Pray with Saints |
114 West Saratoga Street Baltimore, MD 21201 United States +1 410 685 6090 http://www.stalphonsusbalt.org/ |
Formerly called "The German Cathedral" due to its Southern German neo-Gothic style, St. Alphonsus Catholic Church is a historic landmark designed by the famous architect Robert Cary Long in 1845. Many saints, including Blessed George Matulaitis and St. John Neumann, have prayed here, making this church a jewel in the Catholic community. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Perpetual Novena Services |
512 West Saratoga Street Baltimore, MD United States +1 410 685 6026 http://www.stjudeshrine.org/ |
Entrusted to the Pallottine Priests and Brothers by the Archbishop of Baltimore in 1917, the St. Jude Shrine is the center of St. Jude Devotions in the United States. St. Jude Thaddeus has been dubbed "The Forgotten Saint" due to the actions of Judas Iscariot, the betrayer of Jesus. Unlike Judas Iscariot, St. Jude Thaddeus died a martyr and his remains are in the great basilica of St. Peter in Rome. He is considered the patron saint for those in dire need. After an increase of St. Jude Devotions following WWII, the Pallottines established regular novena services to honor the saint which take place every Wed. The popularity of the shrine has skyrocketed, attracting both local and nationwide parishioners. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Beautiful place of worship |
217 North Carey Street Baltimore, MD 21223 United States +1 410 523 6272 http://www.cr.nps.gov/nr/trave... |
At the behest of the Ecclesiological Society, St. Lukes Church was established in the year 1857. You'll find the influence of Gothic architecture in the structure, as the society believed that worship was conducive only in such an environment. The first service began in November 1853. Since then this place has continued to be the venue for Episcopal meetings. If not, the service people do come to admire the beautiful features such as the tower, lancet and rose windows, buttresses and quatrefoil tracery. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Good ol' church |
120 North Front Street Baltimore, MD 21202 United States +1 410 962 5078 |
Established in the year 1841, this Georgian-style church attracts the pious as well as the tourists. Its significance lies in the fact that it is the oldest Catholic Church in Baltimore. This neo-classical structure was originally built with red bricks but then was painted white to give that finished effect. The interiors have been through a series of renovations, the exteriors, however, have remained the same since centuries. Don't forget to tour around after mass hours. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Welcome aboard! |
1420 Maryland Avenue Langsdale Library, University of Baltimore Baltimore, MD 21201 United States +1 410 837 4268 http://archives.ubalt.edu |
This society is dedicated to preserving artifacts and memories from the steamship days of yore. Its members promote conservation and preservation efforts, maintain a library, create exhibits and publish a quarterly journal. The collection contains approximately 200,000 photographs of cargo vessels, cruise ships, lake and coastal ships, military transports, passenger liners, river steam boats, tugboats and work boats. There are also 25,000 postcards, brochures and other items devoted exclusively to the history of engine-powered vessels. Visitors are requested to make an appointment. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Panoramic views, local history |
401 E Pratt Street, 27th floor World Trade Center Baltimore, MD 21202 United States +1 410 837 8439 http://www.viewbaltimore.org/t... |
This observation area, on the 27th floor of the World Trade Center, offers panoramic views of the Baltimore Harbor. There is also a museum that displays artifacts from Baltimore's past and a gift shop featuring the famous Maryland crab. Although school groups and tours are invited to schedule an appointment to experience the Top of the World Observation Level, the space may not be reserved for private functions. Admission: for adults USD5, seniors and military USD4, children between 3-12 years of age USD3 and children less than three years of age are free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Historic sailing vessel |
301 East Pratt Street (Pier 1) Baltimore, MD 21202-3134 United States +1 410 539 1797 http://www.constellation.org |
Commissioned in 1855, the USS Constellation was the last all-sail ship built by the United States Navy. Today, the historic vessel lies at anchor in Baltimore's Inner Harbor, where visitors can climb aboard and learn about the ship's history, including its mission to disrupt the slave trade, and its latter role in delivering famine relief supplies to Ireland. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Baltimore's Monument to George Washington |
600 North Charles Street Baltimore, MD 21201 United States +1 410 396 0929 |
Towering above Mount Vernon Place is Baltimore's Washington Monument. The marble Doric column towers 178 feet with a statue of George Washington at its crown. The reward for climbing the steep, winding 228 steps is a bird's-eye view of Baltimore. The base contains a small museum with exhibits chronicling the architecture and development of the monument, which took nearly 15 years to build (1815-1829). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Haunting burial site of Edgar Allen Poe |
519 West Fayette Steet Baltimore, MD 21201 United States +1 410 706 2072 |
This beautiful stone building is unique for its graves, which were filled in the early 1800s, long before the church hall above them was built. Edgar Allen Poe, Baltimore's founding fathers and four mayors are among those buried here. In the mid-1800s, a swelling population prompted construction of Westminster Hall. To avoid disturbing the graves, the building was set on a series of brick piers over the tombs, creating catacombs. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Panoramic views of Baltimore |
401 East Pratt Street Baltimore, MD 21202 United States +1 410 837 8439 http://www.baltimore.to/TopOfW... |
Baltimore's World Trade Center - the world's tallest pentagonal building - is a must-see for anyone visiting Charm City. That's because the 27th-floor observation deck "Top of the World" - offers panoramic views of the Inner Harbor and Baltimore's historic waterfront neighborhoods. It's a great place to get a sense of the city. The observation level also contains exhibits about Baltimore and its economic renaissance. Admission: USD4 Adults; USD3 Seniors; USD2 Kids 12 and under. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A Lutheran Church |
400 East Lexington Street City Hall Plaza Baltimore, MD 21202-3502 United States +1 410 727 3939 http://www.zionbaltimore.org/ |
Zion Church is a quaint worship place, adorned with pretty stained glass windows. This is one of the few Lutheran churches in the state that still uses the red book for the English service. Services in German have been held since the last 250 years! German language courses are also offered for all levels. Ecumenical Communion is held on the first Wednesday of each month. Various other events like Spring Fest, May Fest and Garten Fest are conducted annually. The garden is supposedly one of the best green spots in the city. The beautiful Adlersaal (hall) can be rented for a private function. Review © 2007, Wcities |