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 Four historic vessels on display |
Piers 3 & 5, Baltimore's Inner Harbor 802 South Caroline Street (Mailing address) Baltimore, MD 21202 United States +1 410 396 3453 http://www.baltomaritimemuseum... |
The historic vessels and landmarks of this museum bring to life the history of American naval power. The US Coast Guard Cutter Taney (only surviving warship in Pearl Harbor), USS Torsk (fired last two torpedoes in World War II), the lightship Chesapeake (served as floating lighthouse for 40 years) and the Seven Foot Knoll Lighthouse (helped sailors navigate Chesapeake Bay for 133 years) all played a vital and heroic role in US military war and peacekeeping. Special student programs are also available. Admission is USD6 for seniors, USD7 for persons 15-59 years of age. USD4 for 6-14 years of age and five years and under can come free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Historical mansion |
12207 Tulip Grove Drive Baltimore, MD 20715 United States +1 301 809 3089 (Group Tour) / +1 301 575 2488 (Rental Information) http://www.cityofbowie.org/mus... museums@cityofbowie.org |
The Belair Mansion was home to Governor Ogle in the 1700s, and was owned by the Ogle family until 1871. Later it changed hands and was passed onto James Woodward, who added more wings to it. Finally purchased by the City of Bowie, the mansion underwent restoration to regain its original splendor. Presently this pretty edifice is embellished with period furniture and paintings. Most of its rooms are available to hold meetings and private functions. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A trip down history lanes |
800 East Lombard Street Baltimore, MD 21202 United States +1 410 605 2964 http://www.carrollmuseums.org/... |
The Carroll Mansion is worth a visit, if you're fascinated with history. The mansion was home to Richard Caton, whose father-in-law was Charles Carroll, one of the signatories of the American Declaration of Independence. After his death, the mansion went through a series of contrasting events - from days of splendor to days of poverty. Step in to see traces of both the culturally rich days of the 18th century and its gradual decline in the 19th century. Today the mansion hosts corporate and private events, and is also available for tours. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Chronicaling African-American History |
1417 Thames Street Baltimore, MD 21231 United States +1 410 685 0295 http://www.douglassmyers.org/ dsw@livingclassrooms.org |
The Frederick Douglass-Isaac Myers Museum is situated on the site of the first African-American shipyard in America. Its a national heritage site which chronicles the struggles of Frederick Douglass and Isaac Myers, perhaps Baltimore's most prominent African-American activists. The museum also depicts the rise of the Afro-American community in Baltimore in the 19th century and the rich maritime and ship-building history of Chesapeake Bay. One of the latest cultural landmarks in Baltimore, the Frederick Douglass-Isaac Myers Museum is also well-suited for private and group events. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Farm presentations |
535 Hampton Lane Baltimore, MD 21286 United States +1 410 823 1309 x226 http://www.nps.gov/hamp/ |
Towards the north of the Hampton lane, you'll find a beautiful mansion located on the Hampton National Historic site. Visit the mansion to marvel at ancient paintings and antique furniture. The mansion has been installed with fire containment equipment for which it is closed for an unspecified period of time. However, the farmhouse is open daily from 9:30a to 4p and that's exactly where you've got to head for any of the presentations held here. This is also where the Second Sunday program series takes place. On your way out, you can also make a trip to the Fort McHenry National Monument and Historic Shrine located just twelve miles away. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Historic home of Charles Carroll Jr. |
3400 North Charles Street The John Hopkins University Baltimore, MD 21218 United States +1 410 516 5589 http://www.jhu.edu/~hwdhouse afburke@jhu.edu |
This stately mansion was built in 1801 by Charles Carroll Jr., whose father signed the Declaration of Independence. Today, the home is a National Historic Landmark. The home is a sight to behold, with delicate moldings and period furnishings that date to the 18th and 19th centuries. Visitors will be delighted to learn that some of the pieces are original to the home. Admission: adults USD6, seniors USD5, students USD3. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Oldest American statehouse still in use |
91 State Circle Baltimore, MD 21401 United States +1 410 974 3400 http://www.mdarchives.state.md... |
The most prominent structure in Annapolis is the domed Maryland State House, built between 1772-79. It has the distinction of being the oldest American state capitol in continuous legislative use. This is the only state house ever to have served as the nation's capitol. The dome is the largest wooden dome in the U.S. Call for information on guided tours. 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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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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