The beacon that alerted ships of the Havre de Grace shoreline since 1827, Concord Point Lighthouse has become the image most synonymous with the city. It's the second-oldest lighthouse in Maryland and the northernmost on the Chesapeake Bay. The 30-foot white tower regularly offers a backdrop for prom and wedding photos. It is also the endpoint for the Promenade boardwalk that leads to Tydings Park, linking the picturesque shoreline at the confluence of the Susquehanna River and the Chesapeake Bay.
The Howard County Historical Society Museum, which occupies the stone structure that was formerly Ellicot Mills Quaker School, is dedicated to preserving the history of the county and of the Ellicot family. The museum is managed by the volunteer-run Howard County Historical Society. Admission is free, and the museum is open Friday and Saturday afternoons. It features artifacts and mementoes from five generations of the Ellicot family, tracing the early development of the community. The museum was established in 1988.
Hancock’s Resolution is a historical farm site. The location is operated by the nonprofit organization Friends of Hancock’s Resolution, which works to preserve, protect, and promote the site and also to create educational programs and events. The location offers numerous facilities and areas, including trails, gardens, wildlife, bee hive sites, a graveyard, farm field, milk house, barn, wells and more. The site also has all types of events, many of which are free. Some events include family days, historical celebrations, reenactments, craft days, festivals, planting events, and more. Check its website for a full schedule of events or for numerous photos of the area.
The Ellicott City B&O Railroad Station Museum is dedicated to preserving the legacy and experience of American railroading, and to educate, interpret and present its history to its audience. The museum's collection contains numerous artifacts pertaining to the railroading industry's long history. The museum also concerns itself with preserving, documenting and presenting representative objects, skills and communal records from all facets of the railroad industry. Ellicott City B&O Railroad Station Museum is located in historic downtown Ellicott City along the oldest railway line in the US.
Located in the Mt. Vernon area of the city of Baltimore, the Walters Art Museum offers a wide breadth of paintings, ceramics, mummified masks, and more. The museum was opened in 1934 with a vast art collection donated by Henry Walters. Today the museum offers an extensive collection of eastern and western art pieces with new exhibits appearing regularly. Visitors will find a museum complex that offers ramps for disabled visitors, a coffee shop for the thirsty, and a museum shop.
How to get to the Walters Art Museum
Since the museum is located in a downtown location, there is ample public transportation. Drivers can park on the streets adjacent to the museum. Visitors staying at nearby hotels can easily walk to the museum. Taxi cabs can be found on nearby Charles St.
Best and worst time to go to the Walters Art Museum
The best time to visit the museum is during the daytime hours, especially in the morning. Visitors may find themselves running out of time if they arrive too late.
Admission to the Walters Art Museum
Admission is free to the museum for all visitors.
Must see/do at the Walters Art Museum
The museum has an incredibly diverse selection of exhibits. Incredible pieces of art from Ancient Egypt, China, and Rome can be found on exhibit. Fans of Romantic art can visit the 18th and 19th century galleries of paintings. Those interested in Buddhism can view ceramic artwork of Buddhist figures from India and Tibet. Other items of interest include historic manuscripts, rare books, textiles, and ancient coins.
Other places to visit near the Walters Art Museum.
Nearby places of interest include the Peabody School of Music, the Enoch Pratt Free Library, and the neighborhood of Mt. Vernon. Several hotels are located within walking distance of the museum as well as a number of independent shops.
Insider tip for visitors to the Walters Art Museum
Be sure to plan for parking if driving to the museum. Review the museum's website before visiting to learn about any special tours as well as exhibits. The museum often has special exhibits that are available for viewing for a limited time.
Author's bio: Bruce Emmerling is a freelance writer residing in Baltimore, MD. He's been writing independent articles about technology, travel, events and news for six years.
The Benjamin Banneker Historical Park and Museum has a collection of the works of scientist and scholar Benjamin Banneker, who lived in Oella.
The museum features a permanent gallery on Benjamin Banneker and the Bannaky Family, a rotating exhibit in the Community Gallery, a reconstruction of Banneker's cabin, gift shop, and 142 acres with many hiking trails.
The Lock House, located along the Susquehanna River in historic downtown Havre de Grace, was built in 1840 and remained in service until the canal stopped being used in 1900. In 1982 the Lock House was transformed into a museum and opened to the public and renamed the Susquehanna Museum at the Lock House. Enter the museum and tour the Lock Keeper's bedroom, the Havre de Grace room which provides detailed history of the town and the War of 1812 room which hosts maps of the area.
