Best History Museum in Bel Air

"A museum filled with a rich history, Historic Ships in Baltimore is located near the Inner Harbor of Baltimore, Maryland. It was created because of the merge of the Baltimore Maritime Museum and USS Constellation Museum. The museum is home to several ships that played a significant part in US history, such as US Submarine Torsk, and Chesapeake (LV-116), Seven Foot Knoll Light, to name a few."

"Any history buff would be thrilled at the idea of a proposal on the deck of one of the historic ships in Baltimore’s Inner Harbor. The USS Constellation and USCGC Taney are both especially picturesque. If you want a more intimate setting, you can even rent space so you can ensure that it will be just the two of you."

"The Baltimore Museum of Industry focuses on exhibits that explore various types of manufacturing and industry from the early 20th century. The museum also documents inventions and processes discovered in Baltimore and Maryland. The museum’s exhibits include recreations of parts of a cannery, a 1900s garment loft, a machine shop from 1900, a print shop, a Pharmacy, as well as exhibits on the food industry in Baltimore."

"The Baltimore Museum of Industry is located in an old cannery and houses exhibits on different types of manufacturing and industries from the early 1900s. It celebrates the workers and the innovative entrepreneurs in everything from clothing to aircraft manufacturing. It’s an interesting history museum that focuses on Baltimore’s pioneers and workforce."

"Housed in an old cannery, the Baltimore Museum of Industry is composed of hands-on, interactive exhibits that showcase the manufacturing industry in the early 20th century."

"Edgar Allan Poe was a famous American author, poet, and literary critic. He was one of the first people to make a professional living as a writer. He lived in many different homes up and down the east coast, but there is a home that was in Baltimore that has been turned into a national historic site and museum."

"The Smithsonian-affiliated Reginald F. Lewis Museum is home to art, photographs, sculptures, military antiques, and ephemera chronicling Maryland’s African-American history from 1784 to the present. Although it’s connected to the Smithsonian, the Lewis Museum remains open throughout the shutdown and is offering free admission to furloughed workers and up to three guests with a valid government I.D. For more African-American history and culture, try: Frederick Douglass-Isaac Myers Maritime Park, National Great Blacks in Wax Museum"

"Learn about the lives of African American Marylanders at the Reginald F. Lewis Museum of Maryland African-American History & Culture. Their permanent collection will take you on a journey through 400 years of Maryland African American history in the fields of arts, sports, politics, military, and more."

"More than a Madam Tussauds featuring notable African-Americans, this often-overlooked attraction delivers one of the most memorable experiences Baltimore has to offer. It was founded in 1983 to explore and celebrate African-American history, and a decade later it completed an installation that remains unforgettable: a life-size recreation of a slave ship that brings the true horror of the slave trade's middle passage to life in ways reading about it often completely fails to do.1601 East North Avenue #3, greatblacksinwax.org, Tues- Sat9am-5pm, Sunday noon-5pm, adult $13, child $11"

"The National Great Blacks in Wax Museum is the home to over 150 life-sized wax figures that represent different parts of African-American history. It goes through different eras of history and helps lay out a timeline. Learn about the Modern Civil Rights Era and see figures like Rosa Parks, Dr. Martin Luther King, and Fannie Lou Hamer."

"Featuring the wax figures of prominent African Americans, this museum has over a hundred sculptures and exhibits. It preserves black history in a creative yet educational way that the entire family can enjoy."

"A visit to the Maryland Historical Society provides you with a great way to learn more about the history of Baltimore and of the state itself. You can look forward to learning through a variety of fascinating exhibitions and displays, with some wonderful collections and exhibits that form part of the museum. This is a place that can be enjoyed by children as well as adults, providing the whole family with a great opportunity to learn more about local history."

"One of the oldest cultural museums in Maryland, the Maryland Historical Society, has a collection of Maryland’s history since 1844. The museum is home to over seven million historic artifacts that date back to pre-Colonial times. Address : 610 Park Ave, Baltimore, MD 21201"

"From Business: Maryland Historical Society, established in 1844, is one of the oldest cultural organizations in the United States. It provides a museum, library, press, and…"

"Frederick Douglass-Isaac Myers Maritime Park and museum honors the legendary abolitionist Frederick Douglass and other African Americans who contributed to Baltimore’s shipbuilding industry. The interactive exhibits recount the life of Douglass and Myers, who founded America’s first African American-owned shipyard. The lovely waterfront setting also makes a good starting point to begin your exploration of the historic Fells Point neighborhood."

"The Frederick Douglass-Isaac Myers Maritime Park is a national heritage site that celebrates all the different contributions of African Americans to Baltimore’s maritime industry. There are exhibits that showcase the life of Frederick Douglass including his childhood as a slave. There is another exhibit about Isaac Myers who was an African American born free and became a national leader."

"Well worth the 7-mile drive north from the Inner Harbor, this grand 19th-century mansion provides a fascinating glimpse into upper-class Baltimore life of the 1800s. The house is packed with fine art and masterpieces of the decorative arts – including paintings by Modigliani, glass by Louis Comfort Tiffany and exquisite Asian porcelain – not to mention the astounding rare book collection, numbering some 32,000 volumes. Visits are by guided tour offered on the hour until 3pm."

"At the Star-Spangled Banner Flag House is a fun-filled experience where you and your entire family will become part of one of the most important stories of our nation’s history – the sewing of the flag that inspired our National Anthem. Here, you’ll meet Mary Pickersgill, the spirited woman who made the flag. You’ll learn what life was like in the 19th century and your kids can take part in activities that let them experience it for themselves."

"This museum is the former home of Mary Young Pickersgill, a Baltimorean who sewed the ‘Star-Spangled Banner’ – which flew over Fort McHenry during the War of 1812. You’ll see antiques from that period as well as personal items that belonged to the Pickersgill family."

"Dedicated to the preservation of this historic home, the Mount Clare Museum House is a plantation home that is designated a National Historic Landmark for its amazing architecture."

"Meander through history, without having to leave the shoreline, as you walk through four historic ships: the Taney, the USS Torsk, the Chesapeake, and the USS Constellation."

"The Johns Hopkins Peabody Institute, a prestigious dance and music school in the heart of Mount Vernon, hosts over 100 performances each year, many of which are offered free-of-charge. Along with student recitals, world renowned musicians grace the stage for concerts and special programs, such as the Masterclass speaker and performance series."

"The Patterson Park Pagoda is a must-stop photo op, not only for the views from atop a hill in Patterson Park, but also for its oriental-style iron, wood and glass exterior. Constructed in the 1890s, the four-story building continues to serve its original purpose as an observation tower. It’s best accessed via the entrance to the park at East Lombard Street and South Patterson Park Avenue."

"The Patterson Park pagoda is decorated with lights during the holidays and surrounded by magnolia trees in the spring so there are many opportunities to get a good shot in front of it. During certain hours, you can also go inside and climb to the top to get a wide view of the park and take some shots from below or above. @friendsofpattersonpark"

"If you’re looking for a Baltimore art museum that is totally unique and completely different from the rest, then head to the American Visionary Art Museum. This museum showcases visionary arts from people who are not professionals but simply use their imagination and ideas to create a piece of art. Admission for adults is $15.95, student/child is $9.95, seniors (60 and up) $13.95 and children 6 and under and members are free."

"The American Visionary Art Museum is a fun place to visit as it houses various pieces of bright, intriguing art. This museum has a ton of vintage artifacts, quirky pieces, and interesting exhibits that display true imagination. Lovers of art and creativity would love to see this museum."

"The American Visionary Art Museum (AVAM) is an art gallery that features work done by self-taught artists in the federal hill neighborhood. You might see contemporary art pieces done by prison inmates or farmers. The purpose of the museum is to challenge what it means to be an artist."

"The Smithsonian-affiliated Reginald F. Lewis Museum is home to art, photographs, sculptures, military antiques, and ephemera chronicling Maryland’s African-American history from 1784 to the present. Although it’s connected to the Smithsonian, the Lewis Museum remains open throughout the shutdown and is offering free admission to furloughed workers and up to three guests with a valid government I.D. For more African-American history and culture, try: Frederick Douglass-Isaac Myers Maritime Park, National Great Blacks in Wax Museum"

"Learn about the lives of African American Marylanders at the Reginald F. Lewis Museum of Maryland African-American History & Culture. Their permanent collection will take you on a journey through 400 years of Maryland African American history in the fields of arts, sports, politics, military, and more."

"A visit to the science museum lets you explore everything from dinosaurs to germs, a planetarium, and even local life of a Maryland Blue Crab (we are quite proud of our local crustacean). It offers an Imax movie theater, hands-on exhibits, and many live science demonstrations. On a nice day, you can eat outside on the waterfront and watch the many boats sail by."

"Touch Wonder with Dinosaurs - Outer Space - The Human Body - Movies in IMAX. - Planetarium Shows - Experiments. Hours:12:04 AM - 10:00 AM todayThu: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMFri: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMSat: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PMSun: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PMMon: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMTue: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMWed: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM"

"Chef Gregory Brown and Naija Wright-Brown opened Land of Kush in 2011. Land of Kush serves vegan and vegetarian soul food so savory that you’ll forget it’s also healthy. Everything on the menu is vegetarian-friendly but tastes like the real deal, from the crab cakes and BBQ ribs to the curry chicken and sweet potato cake."

"The Land of Kush is a vegan classic in Baltimore, with soul food that is all vegan. Their mac ‘n’ cheese, curry “chickun,” and vegan crab cakes are just some of the popular dishes you will find on their menu. If you want to get a taste of tasty vegan food at a good price, then definitely give them a try."

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