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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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 First casualties of Civil War |
601 President Street Baltimore, MD 21202 United States +1 410 385 5188 http://www.mdhs.org/explore/ba... |
The restored President Street Station, built in 1849, was first a stop on the Underground Railroad. On April 19, 1861, it became the site of the first casualties of the Civil War. The 6th Massachusetts Regiment stopped in Baltimore to switch trains and clashed with Southern sympathizers. Firing ensued. Four soldiers and 12 civilians were killed. Exhibits and walking tours chronicle the story of the 6th regiment. Admission charge is USD4 for adults and USD3 for students and senior citizens. Call for family and group rates. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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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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Baltimore Museum of Art |
10 Art Museum Drive Baltimore, MD 21218 United States 443-573-1700 http://www.artbma.org |
The soul of this museum is its spacious wing dedicated to Modern American artists: Rothko, de Kooning, Pollock, and their contemporaries. The museum has the second largest private collection of Andy Warhol's works. It also features Oceanic and American Indian art, a sizable Old Masters collection and a beautiful sculpture garden. The BMA is also home to the Cone collection; a treasury of Early Modern masterpieces. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The history of work in Baltimore |
1415 Key Highway Inner Harbor South Baltimore, MD 21230 United States +1 410 727 4808 http://www.thebmi.org/ |
This museum showcases the history of work in Baltimore, from the mid-19th century to the present day. The museum's gallery space and research center offers information about Maryland's businesses and industries, from the lost art of handcrafted tin cans to today's technological innovations. Many of the collections change periodically, but 'Signs of the Times' is a permanent display. This unique collection offers visitors a glimpse of the evolution of signs, the oldest form of advertising. The exhibit also features a Neon Sign Shop and demonstration area. Admission: Adults USD10, Students and Seniors USD6, children 6 and under free. 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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Country's only War of 1812 museum |
844 East Pratt Street Baltimore, MD 21202 United States +1 410 837 1793 http://www.flaghouse.org |
Visitors to the Flag House are given a personal tour of the 18th-century home where Mary Young Pickersgill sewed the Star Spangled Banner in the summer of 1813. During the 45-minute tour, tourists will learn about the making of the Star Spangled Banner and have an opportunity to visit the adjacent 1812 Museum, which features artifacts from the War of 1812. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Inspiration for the national anthem |
End of East Fort Avenue 2400 East Fort Avenue Baltimore, MD 21230-5393 United States +1 410 962 4290 http://www.nps.gov/fomc/ |
The sight of the American flag flying over Fort McHenry during the War Of 1812 inspired Francis Scott Key to pen the national anthem, the 'Star Spangled Banner.' A replica of that flag waves over the harbor-side port, now a tranquil National Park. The restored barracks hold exhibits of military and historical artifacts, and a well-kept trail runs along the water's edge, affording spectacular views of ships entering and leaving the busy harbor. Admission: USD5 for adults, children 15 and under get in free. National Park passes are welcome. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Childrens' interactive science museum |
601 Light Street Baltimore, MD 21230 United States +1 410 685 2370 / +1 410 685 5225 http://www.mdsci.org |
This Inner Harbor museum features interactive exhibits that focus on physics, marine biology and astronomy. Among the most popular recent exhibits were three-dimensional nebula models and a giant meteor hanging from the ceiling of the main hall. Of more local interest is the Chesapeake Bay estuary exhibit, which features several tanks of live creatures. Packages that include tickets to the IMAX are available. 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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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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 Interactive fun for everyone |
35 Market Place Baltimore, MD 21202 United States +1 410 727 8120 http://www.portdiscovery.org |
Port Discovery offers interactive fun for the whole family. The young and young at heart will enjoy the Dream Lab and the Exploration Center, where visitors make their dreams come true and learn how to make their own art and jewelry. Children are particularly amused by Port Discovery's three-story treehouse, where they are encouraged to climb, crawl, swing and slide. The museum is also a great place for your child's birthday party. See their website for further details. 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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 Western and Asian art |
600 North Charles Street Baltimore, MD 21201 United States +1 410 547 9000 http://www.thewalters.org |
East meets West at the Walters. On one hand, its collection spans nearly the entire history of Western art. Its spacious galleries are home to Greek and Roman statuary, Baroque carvings, and a large collection of Renaissance paintings. On the other hand, its elegant Hackerman House wing holds one of the largest collections of traditional Asian art in the United States. Admission to the permanent collection is always free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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