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National Aquarium in Baltimore The Aquarium features hundreds of exhibits featuring over 16,500 specimens and more than 660 species of animals. Visitors find themselves face to face with sharks, rays and other extremely large creatures. A simulated rainforest ecosystem and the magnificent dolphin shows are some of the main attractions. This is a must-do experience. Address: 501 East Pratt Street Baltimore, MD - Phone: 410-576-3800
Maryland Science Center Featuring interactive exhibits that primarily focus on physics, marine biology and astronomy. The most popular exhibits were the three-dimensional nebula models and a giant meteor hanging overhead from the ceiling of the main hall. Local interest is the Chesapeake Bay estuary exhibit, featuring several tanks of live creatures. If it's thrills you're seeking the IMAX theatre offers a chance to explore with extreme adventurers and explorers. Address: 601 Light Street Baltimore, MD - Phone: 410-685-2370 or 410-685-5225
Community Bridge Mural This world renowned Community Bridge represents the now dated troemp l'oeil style. The Community Bridge mural project transformed a plain concrete bridge into a stunning illusion of an old stone bridge. The stonework and decorations appear in photographically realistic detail. This is a tribute to the many artists involved in its fantastic creation. Address: Frederick, MD - Phone: 301-228-2888
Hessian Barracks These barracks were originally built to house two battalions of soldiers, which became a repository for mercenaries fighting for England. Listed with the National and State Registry of Historic Sites. You will be inspired by the buildings historical contents. Address: 101 Clarke Place Frederick, MD - Phone: 301-228-2888
Seneca Creek State Park This park offers 6,300 acres along 14 scenic miles of Seneca Creek and winds it way to the Potomac River. There are many scenic areas surrounded by forests and fields. Enjoy activities such as boating, fishing, hiking, and mountain biking and there's even a tire playground for the kids. There is a restored 9th century cabin and a self-guided path explaining the history of the area. Address: 11950 Clopper Road Gaithersburg, MD - Phone: 301-924-2127
Prince George's Stadium/Bowie Baysox If you love the game baseball, then you've come to the right place. This is home to the Bowie Baysox, AA baseball farm team of the Baltimore Orioles. This is a complete family entertainment facility. There is a kid's play area, carousel, mascots, fireworks and more. Wonderful place to bring the entire family. Address: 4101 Crain Highway North East Bowie, MD - Phone: 301-805-6000
Belair Mansion Come and explore the collections and exhibits at the Belair Mansion, the Belair Stable Museum, the Bowie Railroad Station and Huntington Museum. The beautiful five-part Georgian plantation house was in 1745. Address: 12207 Tulip Grove Drive Bowie, MD - Phone: 301-809-3088
Latvian Museum Exhibits & artifacts on Latvian culture & traditions from the past to present day. This is a very interesting, informative and beautiful museum. Address: 400 Hurley Avenue Rockville, MD - Phone: 301-340-1914
Glenview Mansion This 30 room 19th century mansion is nestled in the 153-acre Rockville Civic Center Park. The formal gardens are lovely. Also offers an art gallery showcases local and regional artists. It can accommodate a number of activities such as social events, weddings and receptions. Tour the mansion on your own or call for appointment. Address: 603 Edmonston Drive Rockville, MD - Phone: 240-314-5004
Hargerstown City Park This is a lovely park. Wonderful place for picnics and group events. Great place for the kids. Home to more than 250 waterfowl with fitness trails available. This park is the centerpiece of a 50 acre lake. Address: 501 Virginia Avenue Hagerstown, MD - Phone: 301-739-8577
Washington County Playhouse Offers a variety of entertaining shows, including many Broadway shows and musical comedies. Address: 44 North Potomac Street Hagerstown, MD - Phone: 301-739-7469
Maryland Renaissance Festival Every summer, a 16th-century English village entertains you with musicians, entertainers and citizens of another century. By recreating the town filled with fine arts and crafts, jewellery, pottery, leather-work, clothing, prints and sculptures. With eight stages, an arena, pubs, food booth and plenty of games add to the enjoyment of this unique festival. (Held on weekends in late August through October.) Address: Crownsville Road Annapolis, MD - Phone: 410-266-7304 or 800-296-7304
Annapolis Pottery If you enjoy pottery come and watch the artisans at work at this studio, and learn exactly how the pottery is created. Wonderful pots will be produced before your eyes and sold at great prices. Come and watch potters at play! Bring the kids, they will receive a free heart. Address: 40 State Circle Annapolis, MD - Phone: 410-268-6153
College Park Aviation Museum Located on the grounds of the world's oldest operating airport in College Park, MD. Focuses on the history of the Airport and the early days of flight. Displays include vintage aircraft, interactive exhibits and hands-on activities. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places to visit. Address: 1985 Corporal Frank Scott Drive College Park, MD - Phone: 301-864-6029
Ward Museum of Wildfowl Art The most thorough collection of wildfowl carvings in the world. Come and explore this unique, indigenous North American art form from antique working decoys to internationally acclaimed contemporary sculptures and paintings. There are two galleries, the Art LaMay Gallery and the Welcome Gallery, featuring changing exhibits. The museum works to promote, preserve, and conserve wildfowl art. Address: 909 South Shumaker Drive Salisbury, MD - Phone: 410-742-4988
Salisbury Zoo & Park This quaint and charming zoo/park is great for children; they can play at the park, see the animals at the zoo; and take a stroll around the lake. Natural settings, well shaded, and plenty of picnic areas. Very naturalistic almost jungle-like atmosphere featuring native North and South American species. Animals you can expect to see bobcats, Jaguar, river otters, spider monkeys, birds of prey and much more. Address: 755 South Park Drive Salisbury, MD - Phone: 410-548-3188
F. Brooke Whiting Museum Housing Brooke Whiting's Master Collection, which he collected through inheritance, world traveling, and transactions with prestigious antique dealers and auction houses from around the world. This museum is housed in a 1911 American Bungalow house. Tours offered by appointment. Address: 632 Washington Street Cumberland, MD - Phone: 301-777-7782
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