Afisha Life | Аудіоекскурсія по історичному Балтимору, що їздить самостійно

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Балтиморський центр відвідувачів

Ваша екскурсія історичним, гамірним містом Балтимор починається в Центрі відвідувачів Балтімора. Будьте готові відчути всю культуру та історію міста, яке було домом для різноманітних важливих діячів, таких як Фредерік Дуглас, Едгар Аллан По та багато інших!

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USS Constellation

У порту Балтимора ви познайомитеся з одними з найстаріших кораблів у країні.

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Національний акваріум

Головною визначною пам'яткою гавані є USS Constellation. Цей трищогловий корабель виник ще до Громадянської війни і фактично використовувався для переслідування та затримання суден, які незаконно перевозили поневолених в’язнів!

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Семифутовий маяк

Далі йде Національний акваріум, де мешкає понад 20 000 морських і наземних істот. Якщо ви шукаєте ідеальне сімейне заняття, ви знайдете його тут!

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Національний Катинський меморіал

За маяком ви знайдете одну з найдивніших визначних пам'яток Балтімора: Містер Сміттєве колесо. Цей інноваційний пристрій допомагає підтримувати гавань у чистоті та добре виглядає при цьому!

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Фредерік Дуглас - Морський парк Айзека Майєрса

Цей парк присвячений вшануванню афроамериканської морської історії. Свою назву він отримав від імені відомого аболіціоніста Фредеріка Дугласа та піонера-юніоніста Ісаака Майєрса. Обидва чоловіки в різний час працювали на суднобудівній верфі, яка тут колись діяла.

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Кінь, на якому ви приїхали

Традиційний водопій у будівлі колоніальної доби, де пропонують напої, страви в пабі та живу музику щовечора.

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Театр Fells Point Corner

Спочатку заснований як незалежне місто в 1763 році, Феллс-Пойнт досі зберіг більшу частину свого історичного вигляду. Ще за часів Фредеріка Дугласа тут проживала велика кількість вільних і поневолених афроамериканців. Багато з них працювали в морському порту, як Дуглас, і дешеві будинки тут були єдиним, що вони могли собі дозволити.

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Фредерік Дуглас - Морський парк Айзека Майєрса

Можливо, ви вже знайомі з роботою Фредеріка Дугласа щодо скасування смертної кари, але чи знали ви, що він також був рішучим захисником прав жінок? Дугласс вважав, що «правда не має статі, правда не має кольору». У 1848 році Дугласс відвідала Першу конвенцію з прав жінок у Сенека-Фоллз, Нью-Йорк. Тут він познайомився з Елізабет Кеді Стентон і Сьюзен Б. Ентоні і присвятив себе їхній справі. Під час туру по країні, виступаючи за скасування смертної кари, Дугласс також почав виступати за права жінок. Він закликав надати всім американцям, незалежно від раси чи статі, право голосу.

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Музей Реджинальда Ф. Льюїса

Далі ваш маршрут пролягає повз Національний меморіал Катинь, вражаючий і похмурий пам’ятник із захоплюючою історією.

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Мерія Балтімора

Важко пропустити мерію Балтімора, ту царствену будівлю, що стоїть попереду. Невдовзі після його завершення тут сталася жорстока сварка між двома політиками Балтимора. У 1883 році Джеймс Б’юзі та Вільям Харіг, обидва демократи, вступили в гарячу політичну суперечку біля мерії. Харіг вдарив Бьюзі. Двоє посварилися, потім відскочили й одночасно вихопили пістолети. Обидва чоловіки почали шалено стріляти, але Гаріг прицілився набагато краще, ніж Б’юзі. Чотири кулі потрапили Бьюзі в груди, вбивши його. Констеблі прибули й заарештували Гаріга за вбивство.

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Пам'ятник Вашингтону та Маунт-Вернон-Плейс

Цей стовп попереду — монумент Вашингтону в Балтіморі. Це може нагадати вам інший пам’ятник Вашингтону… трохи більш відомий у маленькому містечку під назвою D.C. Вірте чи ні, однак це насправді не копія! Насправді це був перший великий монумент на честь Джорджа Вашингтона. Архітектору Роберту Міллсу просто настільки сподобався дизайн, що він вирішив знову використати його в округу Колумбія — тільки набагато більшого, звичайно.

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Будинок Г. Л. Менкена

Далі ви прибудете до морського парку Фредеріка Дугласа-Айзека Майєрса, присвяченого двом історичним важковаговикам. Тут ви дізнаєтеся все про цих важливих діячів і про те, як вони назавжди змінили боротьбу за громадянські права в Америці.

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Місце народження та музей Бейб Рут

Після цього є найстаріший салон у США, Horse You Came In On Saloon. Крім того, що він мав серйозний характер, це також було улюблене місце для випивки Едгара Аллана По... і його привид нібито досі часто відвідує заклад!

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Федеральний Хілл Парк

Далі маршрут веде до Феллс-Пойнта, мабуть, наймоднішого району в Балтіморі, а також одного з найстаріших.

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Національний пам'ятник та історична святиня Форт МакГенрі

Цей форт, побудований для захисту дорогоцінної гавані Балтімора, прийняв на себе основний тягар військово-морського штурму в 1814 році. Коли наблизилися 19 британських військових кораблів, майор Джордж Армістед сказав своїм 1000 захисникам готуватися до битви їхнього життя. Щойно люди зайняли свої позиції, як почалося бомбардування. Заревли гармати й у форт врізалися гарматні ядра. На щастя, форт нещодавно зміцнили, і гарматні постріли не завдали йому шкоди.

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Будинок прапора, усіяного зірками

Френсіс Скотт Кі був настільки зворушений виглядом американського прапора, що майорить над фортом МакГенрі, що написав вірш на звороті листа, який тримав у кишені. Згодом цей вірш стане національним гімном. Ось оригінальний текст цього вірша, саме так, як Кі написав його того фатального ранку:

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Дитячий музей Port Discovery

Потім ви проїдете повз Douglass Place, де розташовано кілька будинків, побудованих Фредеріком Дугласом. Тут ви почуєте решту захоплюючої історії Дугласа, включно з тим, як він пройшов шлях від поневоленого корабельного майстра до однієї з найважливіших фігур в американській політиці.

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Будинок матері Сетон

Тут праворуч, трохи вниз по Північній Пака-стріт, є Будинок Матері Сетон. Він найбільш відомий тим, що є тимчасовою резиденцією Елізабет Енн Сетон, першої американки, яку коли-небудь канонізували як святу. Сетон народилася в Нью-Йорку в 1774 році в єпископальній родині і прожила там більшу частину своєї юності. Проте, коли її чоловік тяжко захворів на туберкульоз, вона переїхала з ним до Італії з теплим кліматом заради його здоров’я. Це виявилося доленосним рішенням, оскільки саме в Італії Сетон відкрив католицизм. Її чоловік помер незабаром після переїзду, і вона присвятила себе новознайденій релігії.

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Художній музей Волтерса

На черзі мерія Балтімора, яку важко пропустити! Вам точно захочеться зробити кілька фотографій цієї царственої наполеонівської споруди.

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Будинок-музей Маунт-Клер

За ним знаходиться Монумент Вашингтону в Балтіморі. Цей стовп може здатися знайомим, оскільки його спроектував той самий архітектор, який стоїть за культовим пам’ятником Вашингтону в округу Колумбія.

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Музей залізниці B&O

Після цього – могила Едгара Аллана По, яка десятиліттями була місцем дивного ритуалу, який проводила таємнича особа, особу якої так і не було встановлено. Дізнайтеся все про загадковий тостер Poe тут!

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Парк «Іволга» в Камден-Ярдс

Навіть якщо ви не в місті на гру, ви обов’язково захочете зупинитися в Оріол Парк, де незліченна кількість великих бейсболістів зробили собі ім’я.

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Мерілендський науковий центр

Більше освітніх заходів можна знайти в Науковому центрі Меріленда, одній із найстаріших наукових установ країни.

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Baltimore Visitor Center

Your tour of the historic, bustling city of Baltimore begins at the Baltimore Visitor Center. Get ready to experience all the culture and history of a city that has been home to all sorts of important figures like Frederick Douglass, Edgar Allan Poe, and lots more! Note: This 10+ mile-long tour covers the essentials of Baltimore in 2-3 hours. Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.

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USS Constellation

At the Baltimore Harbor, you'll get up close and personal with some of the oldest ships in the country!

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National Aquarium

The harbor's main attraction is the USS Constellation. This three-mast ship predates the Civil War, and was actually used to chase down and apprehend vessels illegally carrying enslaved prisoners!

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Seven Foot Knoll Lighthouse

Next is the National Aquarium, home to over 20,000 sea and land creatures. If you're looking for the perfect family-friendly activity, you'll find it here!

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National Katyn Memorial

Beyond the lighthouse, you'll find one of Baltimore's strangest attractions: Mr. Trash Wheel. This innovative device helps keep the harbor clean and looks good while doing it!

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Frederick Douglass - Isaac Myers Maritime Park

This park is dedicated to honoring African-American maritime history. It gets its name from renowned abolitionist Frederick Douglass and pioneering unionist Isaac Myers. Both men worked at the shipyard that once operated here at different times.

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The Horse You Came In On Saloon

Old-school watering hole in a Colonial-era building, offering drinks, pub fare & live music nightly.

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Fells Point Corner Theatre

Originally founded as an independent town in 1763, Fells Point still retains much of its historic appearance. Back in the days of Frederick Douglass, this was home to a large number of free and enslaved African Americans. Many of them worked at the ship port like Douglass, and the cheap houses here were all they could afford.

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Frederick Douglass - Isaac Myers Maritime Park

You might already be familiar with Frederick Douglass’s abolitionist work, but did you know he was also a staunch advocate for women’s rights? Douglass believed “Right is of no sex, truth is of no color.” In 1848, Douglass attended the First Women’s Rights Convention in Seneca Falls, New York. Here, he met Elizabeth Cady Stanton and Susan B. Anthony and committed himself to their cause. While touring the country advocating for abolition, Douglass also began arguing for women’s rights. He called for all Americans, no matter their race or sex, to be granted the right to vote.

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Reginald F. Lewis Museum

Your route takes you next past the National Katyn Memorial, a striking and somber monument with some fascinating history.

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Baltimore City Hall

It’s hard to miss Baltimore City Hall, that regal structure just ahead. Shortly after its completion, this was the site of a violent altercation between two Baltimore politicians. In 1883, James Busey and William Harig, both democrats, got into a heated political argument just outside the city hall. Harig, punched Busey. The two brawled, then sprang away and simultaneously drew pistols. Both men began firing wildly, but Harig’s aim was much better than Busey’s. Four bullets hit Busey in the chest, killing him. Constables arrived and arrested Harig for murder.

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Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place

This pillar ahead is Baltimore’s Washington Monument. It might remind you of another Washington Monument… a slightly more famous one in a little town called D.C. Believe it or not, though, this isn’t actually a copycat! In fact, this was the very first major monument to honor George Washington. The architect, Robert Mills, just liked the design so much he decided to use it again in D.C.--only much bigger, of course.

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H. L. Mencken House

You'll arrive next at the Frederick Douglass-Isaac Myers Maritime Park, dedicated to the two historical heavyweights in its name. Here, you'll learn all about these important figures and how they forever changed the fight for civil rights in America.

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Babe Ruth Birthplace and Museum

After that is the oldest saloon in the US, the Horse You Came In On Saloon. In addition to having some serious character of its own, this was also a beloved drinking spot of Edgar Allan Poe... and his ghost supposedly still frequents the joint!

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Federal Hill Park

The route heads into Fells Point next, probably the hippest neighborhood in all of Baltimore, and also one of the oldest.

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Fort McHenry National Monument And Historic Shrine

This fort, built to defend Baltimore’s precious harbor, took the brunt of the naval assault in 1814. As 19 British warships approached, Major George Armistead told his 1,000 defenders to prepare for the fight of their lives. No sooner had the men taken their positions than the bombardment began. Cannons roared and sent cannonballs crashing into the fort. Luckily, the fort had recently been reinforced, and the cannonfire did little to damage it.

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Star-Spangled Banner Flag House

Francis Scott Key was so moved by the sight of the American flag flying over Fort McHenry that he scribbled a poem on the back of a letter he had kept in his pocket. This poem would later become the national anthem. Here is the original text of that poem, just as Key wrote it on that fateful morning:

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Port Discovery Children's Museum

Then you'll pass Douglass Place, home to several homes built by Frederick Douglass. Here, you'll hear the rest of Douglass's riveting story, including how he went from an enslaved shipwright to one of the most important figures in American politics.

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Mother Seton House

Off to the right here, a little way down North Paca Street is the Mother Seton House. It’s most famous for being the temporary residence of Elizabeth Ann Seton, the first American-born person to ever be canonized as a saint. Seton was born in New York City in 1774 to an Episcopalian family and lived there for most of her youth. When her husband fell gravely ill with tuberculosis, however, she moved with him to Italy’s warmer climate for his health. It proved to be a fateful decision because it was in Italy that Seton discovered Catholicism. Her husband died shortly after the move, and she dedicated herself to her newfound religion.

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The Walters Art Museum

Baltimore City Hall is next, and it's pretty hard to miss! You'll definitely want to snap a few photos of this regal, Napoleonic structure.

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Mount Clare Museum House

Beyond that is Baltimore's Washington Monument. This pillar might look familiar, because it was designed by the very same architect behind DC's iconic Washington Monument.

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B&O Railroad Museum

After that is Edgar Allan Poe's grave, which has for decades been the site of a strange ritual conducted by a mysterious individual whose identity has never been determined. Learn all about the enigmatic Poe Toaster here!

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Oriole Park at Camden Yards

Even if you're not in town for a game, you'll certainly want to stop by Oriole Park, where countless baseball greats have made their names.

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Maryland Science Center

More educational activities can be found at the Maryland Science Center, one of the oldest scientific institutions in the country.

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Baltimore Visitor Center

Your tour of the historic, bustling city of Baltimore begins at the Baltimore Visitor Center. Get ready to experience all the culture and history of a city that has been home to all sorts of important figures like Frederick Douglass, Edgar Allan Poe, and lots more! Note: This 10+ mile-long tour covers the essentials of Baltimore in 2-3 hours. Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.

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USS Constellation

At the Baltimore Harbor, you'll get up close and personal with some of the oldest ships in the country!

51

National Aquarium

The harbor's main attraction is the USS Constellation. This three-mast ship predates the Civil War, and was actually used to chase down and apprehend vessels illegally carrying enslaved prisoners!

52

Seven Foot Knoll Lighthouse

Next is the National Aquarium, home to over 20,000 sea and land creatures. If you're looking for the perfect family-friendly activity, you'll find it here!

53

National Katyn Memorial

Beyond the lighthouse, you'll find one of Baltimore's strangest attractions: Mr. Trash Wheel. This innovative device helps keep the harbor clean and looks good while doing it!

54

Frederick Douglass - Isaac Myers Maritime Park

This park is dedicated to honoring African-American maritime history. It gets its name from renowned abolitionist Frederick Douglass and pioneering unionist Isaac Myers. Both men worked at the shipyard that once operated here at different times.

55

The Horse You Came In On Saloon

Old-school watering hole in a Colonial-era building, offering drinks, pub fare & live music nightly.

56

Fells Point Corner Theatre

Originally founded as an independent town in 1763, Fells Point still retains much of its historic appearance. Back in the days of Frederick Douglass, this was home to a large number of free and enslaved African Americans. Many of them worked at the ship port like Douglass, and the cheap houses here were all they could afford.

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Frederick Douglass - Isaac Myers Maritime Park

You might already be familiar with Frederick Douglass’s abolitionist work, but did you know he was also a staunch advocate for women’s rights? Douglass believed “Right is of no sex, truth is of no color.” In 1848, Douglass attended the First Women’s Rights Convention in Seneca Falls, New York. Here, he met Elizabeth Cady Stanton and Susan B. Anthony and committed himself to their cause. While touring the country advocating for abolition, Douglass also began arguing for women’s rights. He called for all Americans, no matter their race or sex, to be granted the right to vote.

58

Reginald F. Lewis Museum

Your route takes you next past the National Katyn Memorial, a striking and somber monument with some fascinating history.

59

Baltimore City Hall

It’s hard to miss Baltimore City Hall, that regal structure just ahead. Shortly after its completion, this was the site of a violent altercation between two Baltimore politicians. In 1883, James Busey and William Harig, both democrats, got into a heated political argument just outside the city hall. Harig, punched Busey. The two brawled, then sprang away and simultaneously drew pistols. Both men began firing wildly, but Harig’s aim was much better than Busey’s. Four bullets hit Busey in the chest, killing him. Constables arrived and arrested Harig for murder.

60

Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place

This pillar ahead is Baltimore’s Washington Monument. It might remind you of another Washington Monument… a slightly more famous one in a little town called D.C. Believe it or not, though, this isn’t actually a copycat! In fact, this was the very first major monument to honor George Washington. The architect, Robert Mills, just liked the design so much he decided to use it again in D.C.--only much bigger, of course.

61

H. L. Mencken House

You'll arrive next at the Frederick Douglass-Isaac Myers Maritime Park, dedicated to the two historical heavyweights in its name. Here, you'll learn all about these important figures and how they forever changed the fight for civil rights in America.

62

Babe Ruth Birthplace and Museum

After that is the oldest saloon in the US, the Horse You Came In On Saloon. In addition to having some serious character of its own, this was also a beloved drinking spot of Edgar Allan Poe... and his ghost supposedly still frequents the joint!

63

Federal Hill Park

The route heads into Fells Point next, probably the hippest neighborhood in all of Baltimore, and also one of the oldest.

64

Fort McHenry National Monument And Historic Shrine

This fort, built to defend Baltimore’s precious harbor, took the brunt of the naval assault in 1814. As 19 British warships approached, Major George Armistead told his 1,000 defenders to prepare for the fight of their lives. No sooner had the men taken their positions than the bombardment began. Cannons roared and sent cannonballs crashing into the fort. Luckily, the fort had recently been reinforced, and the cannonfire did little to damage it.

65

Star-Spangled Banner Flag House

Francis Scott Key was so moved by the sight of the American flag flying over Fort McHenry that he scribbled a poem on the back of a letter he had kept in his pocket. This poem would later become the national anthem. Here is the original text of that poem, just as Key wrote it on that fateful morning:

66

Port Discovery Children's Museum

Then you'll pass Douglass Place, home to several homes built by Frederick Douglass. Here, you'll hear the rest of Douglass's riveting story, including how he went from an enslaved shipwright to one of the most important figures in American politics.

67

Mother Seton House

Off to the right here, a little way down North Paca Street is the Mother Seton House. It’s most famous for being the temporary residence of Elizabeth Ann Seton, the first American-born person to ever be canonized as a saint. Seton was born in New York City in 1774 to an Episcopalian family and lived there for most of her youth. When her husband fell gravely ill with tuberculosis, however, she moved with him to Italy’s warmer climate for his health. It proved to be a fateful decision because it was in Italy that Seton discovered Catholicism. Her husband died shortly after the move, and she dedicated herself to her newfound religion.

68

The Walters Art Museum

Baltimore City Hall is next, and it's pretty hard to miss! You'll definitely want to snap a few photos of this regal, Napoleonic structure.

69

Mount Clare Museum House

Beyond that is Baltimore's Washington Monument. This pillar might look familiar, because it was designed by the very same architect behind DC's iconic Washington Monument.

70

B&O Railroad Museum

After that is Edgar Allan Poe's grave, which has for decades been the site of a strange ritual conducted by a mysterious individual whose identity has never been determined. Learn all about the enigmatic Poe Toaster here!

71

Oriole Park at Camden Yards

Even if you're not in town for a game, you'll certainly want to stop by Oriole Park, where countless baseball greats have made their names.

72

Maryland Science Center

More educational activities can be found at the Maryland Science Center, one of the oldest scientific institutions in the country.

73

Baltimore Visitor Center

Your tour of the historic, bustling city of Baltimore begins at the Baltimore Visitor Center. Get ready to experience all the culture and history of a city that has been home to all sorts of important figures like Frederick Douglass, Edgar Allan Poe, and lots more! Note: This 10+ mile-long tour covers the essentials of Baltimore in 2-3 hours. Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.

74

USS Constellation

At the Baltimore Harbor, you'll get up close and personal with some of the oldest ships in the country!

75

National Aquarium

The harbor's main attraction is the USS Constellation. This three-mast ship predates the Civil War, and was actually used to chase down and apprehend vessels illegally carrying enslaved prisoners!

76

Seven Foot Knoll Lighthouse

Next is the National Aquarium, home to over 20,000 sea and land creatures. If you're looking for the perfect family-friendly activity, you'll find it here!

77

National Katyn Memorial

Beyond the lighthouse, you'll find one of Baltimore's strangest attractions: Mr. Trash Wheel. This innovative device helps keep the harbor clean and looks good while doing it!

78

Frederick Douglass - Isaac Myers Maritime Park

This park is dedicated to honoring African-American maritime history. It gets its name from renowned abolitionist Frederick Douglass and pioneering unionist Isaac Myers. Both men worked at the shipyard that once operated here at different times.

79

The Horse You Came In On Saloon

Old-school watering hole in a Colonial-era building, offering drinks, pub fare & live music nightly.

80

Fells Point Corner Theatre

Originally founded as an independent town in 1763, Fells Point still retains much of its historic appearance. Back in the days of Frederick Douglass, this was home to a large number of free and enslaved African Americans. Many of them worked at the ship port like Douglass, and the cheap houses here were all they could afford.

81

Frederick Douglass - Isaac Myers Maritime Park

You might already be familiar with Frederick Douglass’s abolitionist work, but did you know he was also a staunch advocate for women’s rights? Douglass believed “Right is of no sex, truth is of no color.” In 1848, Douglass attended the First Women’s Rights Convention in Seneca Falls, New York. Here, he met Elizabeth Cady Stanton and Susan B. Anthony and committed himself to their cause. While touring the country advocating for abolition, Douglass also began arguing for women’s rights. He called for all Americans, no matter their race or sex, to be granted the right to vote.

82

Reginald F. Lewis Museum

Your route takes you next past the National Katyn Memorial, a striking and somber monument with some fascinating history.

83

Baltimore City Hall

It’s hard to miss Baltimore City Hall, that regal structure just ahead. Shortly after its completion, this was the site of a violent altercation between two Baltimore politicians. In 1883, James Busey and William Harig, both democrats, got into a heated political argument just outside the city hall. Harig, punched Busey. The two brawled, then sprang away and simultaneously drew pistols. Both men began firing wildly, but Harig’s aim was much better than Busey’s. Four bullets hit Busey in the chest, killing him. Constables arrived and arrested Harig for murder.

84

Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place

This pillar ahead is Baltimore’s Washington Monument. It might remind you of another Washington Monument… a slightly more famous one in a little town called D.C. Believe it or not, though, this isn’t actually a copycat! In fact, this was the very first major monument to honor George Washington. The architect, Robert Mills, just liked the design so much he decided to use it again in D.C.--only much bigger, of course.

85

H. L. Mencken House

You'll arrive next at the Frederick Douglass-Isaac Myers Maritime Park, dedicated to the two historical heavyweights in its name. Here, you'll learn all about these important figures and how they forever changed the fight for civil rights in America.

86

Babe Ruth Birthplace and Museum

After that is the oldest saloon in the US, the Horse You Came In On Saloon. In addition to having some serious character of its own, this was also a beloved drinking spot of Edgar Allan Poe... and his ghost supposedly still frequents the joint!

87

Federal Hill Park

The route heads into Fells Point next, probably the hippest neighborhood in all of Baltimore, and also one of the oldest.

88

Fort McHenry National Monument And Historic Shrine

This fort, built to defend Baltimore’s precious harbor, took the brunt of the naval assault in 1814. As 19 British warships approached, Major George Armistead told his 1,000 defenders to prepare for the fight of their lives. No sooner had the men taken their positions than the bombardment began. Cannons roared and sent cannonballs crashing into the fort. Luckily, the fort had recently been reinforced, and the cannonfire did little to damage it.

89

Star-Spangled Banner Flag House

Francis Scott Key was so moved by the sight of the American flag flying over Fort McHenry that he scribbled a poem on the back of a letter he had kept in his pocket. This poem would later become the national anthem. Here is the original text of that poem, just as Key wrote it on that fateful morning:

90

Port Discovery Children's Museum

Then you'll pass Douglass Place, home to several homes built by Frederick Douglass. Here, you'll hear the rest of Douglass's riveting story, including how he went from an enslaved shipwright to one of the most important figures in American politics.

91

Mother Seton House

Off to the right here, a little way down North Paca Street is the Mother Seton House. It’s most famous for being the temporary residence of Elizabeth Ann Seton, the first American-born person to ever be canonized as a saint. Seton was born in New York City in 1774 to an Episcopalian family and lived there for most of her youth. When her husband fell gravely ill with tuberculosis, however, she moved with him to Italy’s warmer climate for his health. It proved to be a fateful decision because it was in Italy that Seton discovered Catholicism. Her husband died shortly after the move, and she dedicated herself to her newfound religion.

92

The Walters Art Museum

Baltimore City Hall is next, and it's pretty hard to miss! You'll definitely want to snap a few photos of this regal, Napoleonic structure.

93

Mount Clare Museum House

Beyond that is Baltimore's Washington Monument. This pillar might look familiar, because it was designed by the very same architect behind DC's iconic Washington Monument.

94

B&O Railroad Museum

After that is Edgar Allan Poe's grave, which has for decades been the site of a strange ritual conducted by a mysterious individual whose identity has never been determined. Learn all about the enigmatic Poe Toaster here!

95

Oriole Park at Camden Yards

Even if you're not in town for a game, you'll certainly want to stop by Oriole Park, where countless baseball greats have made their names.

96

Maryland Science Center

More educational activities can be found at the Maryland Science Center, one of the oldest scientific institutions in the country.

97

Baltimore Visitor Center

Your tour of the historic, bustling city of Baltimore begins at the Baltimore Visitor Center. Get ready to experience all the culture and history of a city that has been home to all sorts of important figures like Frederick Douglass, Edgar Allan Poe, and lots more! Note: This 10+ mile-long tour covers the essentials of Baltimore in 2-3 hours. Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.

98

USS Constellation

At the Baltimore Harbor, you'll get up close and personal with some of the oldest ships in the country!

99

National Aquarium

The harbor's main attraction is the USS Constellation. This three-mast ship predates the Civil War, and was actually used to chase down and apprehend vessels illegally carrying enslaved prisoners!

100

Seven Foot Knoll Lighthouse

Next is the National Aquarium, home to over 20,000 sea and land creatures. If you're looking for the perfect family-friendly activity, you'll find it here!

101

National Katyn Memorial

Beyond the lighthouse, you'll find one of Baltimore's strangest attractions: Mr. Trash Wheel. This innovative device helps keep the harbor clean and looks good while doing it!

102

Frederick Douglass - Isaac Myers Maritime Park

This park is dedicated to honoring African-American maritime history. It gets its name from renowned abolitionist Frederick Douglass and pioneering unionist Isaac Myers. Both men worked at the shipyard that once operated here at different times.

103

The Horse You Came In On Saloon

Old-school watering hole in a Colonial-era building, offering drinks, pub fare & live music nightly.

104

Fells Point Corner Theatre

Originally founded as an independent town in 1763, Fells Point still retains much of its historic appearance. Back in the days of Frederick Douglass, this was home to a large number of free and enslaved African Americans. Many of them worked at the ship port like Douglass, and the cheap houses here were all they could afford.

105

Frederick Douglass - Isaac Myers Maritime Park

You might already be familiar with Frederick Douglass’s abolitionist work, but did you know he was also a staunch advocate for women’s rights? Douglass believed “Right is of no sex, truth is of no color.” In 1848, Douglass attended the First Women’s Rights Convention in Seneca Falls, New York. Here, he met Elizabeth Cady Stanton and Susan B. Anthony and committed himself to their cause. While touring the country advocating for abolition, Douglass also began arguing for women’s rights. He called for all Americans, no matter their race or sex, to be granted the right to vote.

106

Reginald F. Lewis Museum

Your route takes you next past the National Katyn Memorial, a striking and somber monument with some fascinating history.

107

Baltimore City Hall

It’s hard to miss Baltimore City Hall, that regal structure just ahead. Shortly after its completion, this was the site of a violent altercation between two Baltimore politicians. In 1883, James Busey and William Harig, both democrats, got into a heated political argument just outside the city hall. Harig, punched Busey. The two brawled, then sprang away and simultaneously drew pistols. Both men began firing wildly, but Harig’s aim was much better than Busey’s. Four bullets hit Busey in the chest, killing him. Constables arrived and arrested Harig for murder.

108

Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place

This pillar ahead is Baltimore’s Washington Monument. It might remind you of another Washington Monument… a slightly more famous one in a little town called D.C. Believe it or not, though, this isn’t actually a copycat! In fact, this was the very first major monument to honor George Washington. The architect, Robert Mills, just liked the design so much he decided to use it again in D.C.--only much bigger, of course.

109

H. L. Mencken House

You'll arrive next at the Frederick Douglass-Isaac Myers Maritime Park, dedicated to the two historical heavyweights in its name. Here, you'll learn all about these important figures and how they forever changed the fight for civil rights in America.

110

Babe Ruth Birthplace and Museum

After that is the oldest saloon in the US, the Horse You Came In On Saloon. In addition to having some serious character of its own, this was also a beloved drinking spot of Edgar Allan Poe... and his ghost supposedly still frequents the joint!

111

Federal Hill Park

The route heads into Fells Point next, probably the hippest neighborhood in all of Baltimore, and also one of the oldest.

112

Fort McHenry National Monument And Historic Shrine

This fort, built to defend Baltimore’s precious harbor, took the brunt of the naval assault in 1814. As 19 British warships approached, Major George Armistead told his 1,000 defenders to prepare for the fight of their lives. No sooner had the men taken their positions than the bombardment began. Cannons roared and sent cannonballs crashing into the fort. Luckily, the fort had recently been reinforced, and the cannonfire did little to damage it.

113

Star-Spangled Banner Flag House

Francis Scott Key was so moved by the sight of the American flag flying over Fort McHenry that he scribbled a poem on the back of a letter he had kept in his pocket. This poem would later become the national anthem. Here is the original text of that poem, just as Key wrote it on that fateful morning:

114

Port Discovery Children's Museum

Then you'll pass Douglass Place, home to several homes built by Frederick Douglass. Here, you'll hear the rest of Douglass's riveting story, including how he went from an enslaved shipwright to one of the most important figures in American politics.

115

Mother Seton House

Off to the right here, a little way down North Paca Street is the Mother Seton House. It’s most famous for being the temporary residence of Elizabeth Ann Seton, the first American-born person to ever be canonized as a saint. Seton was born in New York City in 1774 to an Episcopalian family and lived there for most of her youth. When her husband fell gravely ill with tuberculosis, however, she moved with him to Italy’s warmer climate for his health. It proved to be a fateful decision because it was in Italy that Seton discovered Catholicism. Her husband died shortly after the move, and she dedicated herself to her newfound religion.

116

The Walters Art Museum

Baltimore City Hall is next, and it's pretty hard to miss! You'll definitely want to snap a few photos of this regal, Napoleonic structure.

117

Mount Clare Museum House

Beyond that is Baltimore's Washington Monument. This pillar might look familiar, because it was designed by the very same architect behind DC's iconic Washington Monument.

118

B&O Railroad Museum

After that is Edgar Allan Poe's grave, which has for decades been the site of a strange ritual conducted by a mysterious individual whose identity has never been determined. Learn all about the enigmatic Poe Toaster here!

119

Oriole Park at Camden Yards

Even if you're not in town for a game, you'll certainly want to stop by Oriole Park, where countless baseball greats have made their names.

120

Maryland Science Center

More educational activities can be found at the Maryland Science Center, one of the oldest scientific institutions in the country.

121

Baltimore Visitor Center

Your tour of the historic, bustling city of Baltimore begins at the Baltimore Visitor Center. Get ready to experience all the culture and history of a city that has been home to all sorts of important figures like Frederick Douglass, Edgar Allan Poe, and lots more! Note: This 10+ mile-long tour covers the essentials of Baltimore in 2-3 hours. Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.

122

USS Constellation

At the Baltimore Harbor, you'll get up close and personal with some of the oldest ships in the country!

123

National Aquarium

The harbor's main attraction is the USS Constellation. This three-mast ship predates the Civil War, and was actually used to chase down and apprehend vessels illegally carrying enslaved prisoners!

124

Seven Foot Knoll Lighthouse

Next is the National Aquarium, home to over 20,000 sea and land creatures. If you're looking for the perfect family-friendly activity, you'll find it here!

125

National Katyn Memorial

Beyond the lighthouse, you'll find one of Baltimore's strangest attractions: Mr. Trash Wheel. This innovative device helps keep the harbor clean and looks good while doing it!

126

Frederick Douglass - Isaac Myers Maritime Park

This park is dedicated to honoring African-American maritime history. It gets its name from renowned abolitionist Frederick Douglass and pioneering unionist Isaac Myers. Both men worked at the shipyard that once operated here at different times.

127

The Horse You Came In On Saloon

Old-school watering hole in a Colonial-era building, offering drinks, pub fare & live music nightly.

128

Fells Point Corner Theatre

Originally founded as an independent town in 1763, Fells Point still retains much of its historic appearance. Back in the days of Frederick Douglass, this was home to a large number of free and enslaved African Americans. Many of them worked at the ship port like Douglass, and the cheap houses here were all they could afford.

129

Frederick Douglass - Isaac Myers Maritime Park

You might already be familiar with Frederick Douglass’s abolitionist work, but did you know he was also a staunch advocate for women’s rights? Douglass believed “Right is of no sex, truth is of no color.” In 1848, Douglass attended the First Women’s Rights Convention in Seneca Falls, New York. Here, he met Elizabeth Cady Stanton and Susan B. Anthony and committed himself to their cause. While touring the country advocating for abolition, Douglass also began arguing for women’s rights. He called for all Americans, no matter their race or sex, to be granted the right to vote.

130

Reginald F. Lewis Museum

Your route takes you next past the National Katyn Memorial, a striking and somber monument with some fascinating history.

131

Baltimore City Hall

It’s hard to miss Baltimore City Hall, that regal structure just ahead. Shortly after its completion, this was the site of a violent altercation between two Baltimore politicians. In 1883, James Busey and William Harig, both democrats, got into a heated political argument just outside the city hall. Harig, punched Busey. The two brawled, then sprang away and simultaneously drew pistols. Both men began firing wildly, but Harig’s aim was much better than Busey’s. Four bullets hit Busey in the chest, killing him. Constables arrived and arrested Harig for murder.

132

Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place

This pillar ahead is Baltimore’s Washington Monument. It might remind you of another Washington Monument… a slightly more famous one in a little town called D.C. Believe it or not, though, this isn’t actually a copycat! In fact, this was the very first major monument to honor George Washington. The architect, Robert Mills, just liked the design so much he decided to use it again in D.C.--only much bigger, of course.

133

H. L. Mencken House

You'll arrive next at the Frederick Douglass-Isaac Myers Maritime Park, dedicated to the two historical heavyweights in its name. Here, you'll learn all about these important figures and how they forever changed the fight for civil rights in America.

134

Babe Ruth Birthplace and Museum

After that is the oldest saloon in the US, the Horse You Came In On Saloon. In addition to having some serious character of its own, this was also a beloved drinking spot of Edgar Allan Poe... and his ghost supposedly still frequents the joint!

135

Federal Hill Park

The route heads into Fells Point next, probably the hippest neighborhood in all of Baltimore, and also one of the oldest.

136

Fort McHenry National Monument And Historic Shrine

This fort, built to defend Baltimore’s precious harbor, took the brunt of the naval assault in 1814. As 19 British warships approached, Major George Armistead told his 1,000 defenders to prepare for the fight of their lives. No sooner had the men taken their positions than the bombardment began. Cannons roared and sent cannonballs crashing into the fort. Luckily, the fort had recently been reinforced, and the cannonfire did little to damage it.

137

Star-Spangled Banner Flag House

Francis Scott Key was so moved by the sight of the American flag flying over Fort McHenry that he scribbled a poem on the back of a letter he had kept in his pocket. This poem would later become the national anthem. Here is the original text of that poem, just as Key wrote it on that fateful morning:

138

Port Discovery Children's Museum

Then you'll pass Douglass Place, home to several homes built by Frederick Douglass. Here, you'll hear the rest of Douglass's riveting story, including how he went from an enslaved shipwright to one of the most important figures in American politics.

139

Mother Seton House

Off to the right here, a little way down North Paca Street is the Mother Seton House. It’s most famous for being the temporary residence of Elizabeth Ann Seton, the first American-born person to ever be canonized as a saint. Seton was born in New York City in 1774 to an Episcopalian family and lived there for most of her youth. When her husband fell gravely ill with tuberculosis, however, she moved with him to Italy’s warmer climate for his health. It proved to be a fateful decision because it was in Italy that Seton discovered Catholicism. Her husband died shortly after the move, and she dedicated herself to her newfound religion.

140

The Walters Art Museum

Baltimore City Hall is next, and it's pretty hard to miss! You'll definitely want to snap a few photos of this regal, Napoleonic structure.

141

Mount Clare Museum House

Beyond that is Baltimore's Washington Monument. This pillar might look familiar, because it was designed by the very same architect behind DC's iconic Washington Monument.

142

B&O Railroad Museum

After that is Edgar Allan Poe's grave, which has for decades been the site of a strange ritual conducted by a mysterious individual whose identity has never been determined. Learn all about the enigmatic Poe Toaster here!

143

Oriole Park at Camden Yards

Even if you're not in town for a game, you'll certainly want to stop by Oriole Park, where countless baseball greats have made their names.

144

Maryland Science Center

More educational activities can be found at the Maryland Science Center, one of the oldest scientific institutions in the country.

145

Baltimore Visitor Center

Your tour of the historic, bustling city of Baltimore begins at the Baltimore Visitor Center. Get ready to experience all the culture and history of a city that has been home to all sorts of important figures like Frederick Douglass, Edgar Allan Poe, and lots more! Note: This 10+ mile-long tour covers the essentials of Baltimore in 2-3 hours. Buy once, use for one year! Ideal for extended visits and return trips over the next 12 months.

146

USS Constellation

At the Baltimore Harbor, you'll get up close and personal with some of the oldest ships in the country!

147

National Aquarium

The harbor's main attraction is the USS Constellation. This three-mast ship predates the Civil War, and was actually used to chase down and apprehend vessels illegally carrying enslaved prisoners!

148

Seven Foot Knoll Lighthouse

Next is the National Aquarium, home to over 20,000 sea and land creatures. If you're looking for the perfect family-friendly activity, you'll find it here!

149

National Katyn Memorial

Beyond the lighthouse, you'll find one of Baltimore's strangest attractions: Mr. Trash Wheel. This innovative device helps keep the harbor clean and looks good while doing it!

150

Frederick Douglass - Isaac Myers Maritime Park

This park is dedicated to honoring African-American maritime history. It gets its name from renowned abolitionist Frederick Douglass and pioneering unionist Isaac Myers. Both men worked at the shipyard that once operated here at different times.

151

The Horse You Came In On Saloon

Old-school watering hole in a Colonial-era building, offering drinks, pub fare & live music nightly.

152

Fells Point Corner Theatre

Originally founded as an independent town in 1763, Fells Point still retains much of its historic appearance. Back in the days of Frederick Douglass, this was home to a large number of free and enslaved African Americans. Many of them worked at the ship port like Douglass, and the cheap houses here were all they could afford.

153

Frederick Douglass - Isaac Myers Maritime Park

You might already be familiar with Frederick Douglass’s abolitionist work, but did you know he was also a staunch advocate for women’s rights? Douglass believed “Right is of no sex, truth is of no color.” In 1848, Douglass attended the First Women’s Rights Convention in Seneca Falls, New York. Here, he met Elizabeth Cady Stanton and Susan B. Anthony and committed himself to their cause. While touring the country advocating for abolition, Douglass also began arguing for women’s rights. He called for all Americans, no matter their race or sex, to be granted the right to vote.

154

Reginald F. Lewis Museum

Your route takes you next past the National Katyn Memorial, a striking and somber monument with some fascinating history.

155

Baltimore City Hall

It’s hard to miss Baltimore City Hall, that regal structure just ahead. Shortly after its completion, this was the site of a violent altercation between two Baltimore politicians. In 1883, James Busey and William Harig, both democrats, got into a heated political argument just outside the city hall. Harig, punched Busey. The two brawled, then sprang away and simultaneously drew pistols. Both men began firing wildly, but Harig’s aim was much better than Busey’s. Four bullets hit Busey in the chest, killing him. Constables arrived and arrested Harig for murder.

156

Washington Monument and Mount Vernon Place

This pillar ahead is Baltimore’s Washington Monument. It might remind you of another Washington Monument… a slightly more famous one in a little town called D.C. Believe it or not, though, this isn’t actually a copycat! In fact, this was the very first major monument to honor George Washington. The architect, Robert Mills, just liked the design so much he decided to use it again in D.C.--only much bigger, of course.

157

H. L. Mencken House

You'll arrive next at the Frederick Douglass-Isaac Myers Maritime Park, dedicated to the two historical heavyweights in its name. Here, you'll learn all about these important figures and how they forever changed the fight for civil rights in America.

158

Babe Ruth Birthplace and Museum

After that is the oldest saloon in the US, the Horse You Came In On Saloon. In addition to having some serious character of its own, this was also a beloved drinking spot of Edgar Allan Poe... and his ghost supposedly still frequents the joint!

159

Federal Hill Park

The route heads into Fells Point next, probably the hippest neighborhood in all of Baltimore, and also one of the oldest.

160

Fort McHenry National Monument And Historic Shrine

This fort, built to defend Baltimore’s precious harbor, took the brunt of the naval assault in 1814. As 19 British warships approached, Major George Armistead told his 1,000 defenders to prepare for the fight of their lives. No sooner had the men taken their positions than the bombardment began. Cannons roared and sent cannonballs crashing into the fort. Luckily, the fort had recently been reinforced, and the cannonfire did little to damage it.

161

Star-Spangled Banner Flag House

Francis Scott Key was so moved by the sight of the American flag flying over Fort McHenry that he scribbled a poem on the back of a letter he had kept in his pocket. This poem would later become the national anthem. Here is the original text of that poem, just as Key wrote it on that fateful morning:

162

Port Discovery Children's Museum

Then you'll pass Douglass Place, home to several homes built by Frederick Douglass. Here, you'll hear the rest of Douglass's riveting story, including how he went from an enslaved shipwright to one of the most important figures in American politics.

163

Mother Seton House

Off to the right here, a little way down North Paca Street is the Mother Seton House. It’s most famous for being the temporary residence of Elizabeth Ann Seton, the first American-born person to ever be canonized as a saint. Seton was born in New York City in 1774 to an Episcopalian family and lived there for most of her youth. When her husband fell gravely ill with tuberculosis, however, she moved with him to Italy’s warmer climate for his health. It proved to be a fateful decision because it was in Italy that Seton discovered Catholicism. Her husband died shortly after the move, and she dedicated herself to her newfound religion.

164

The Walters Art Museum

Baltimore City Hall is next, and it's pretty hard to miss! You'll definitely want to snap a few photos of this regal, Napoleonic structure.

165

Mount Clare Museum House

Beyond that is Baltimore's Washington Monument. This pillar might look familiar, because it was designed by the very same architect behind DC's iconic Washington Monument.

166

B&O Railroad Museum

After that is Edgar Allan Poe's grave, which has for decades been the site of a strange ritual conducted by a mysterious individual whose identity has never been determined. Learn all about the enigmatic Poe Toaster here!

167

Oriole Park at Camden Yards

Even if you're not in town for a game, you'll certainly want to stop by Oriole Park, where countless baseball greats have made their names.

168

Maryland Science Center

More educational activities can be found at the Maryland Science Center, one of the oldest scientific institutions in the country.