Get some fresh air as you take an outdoor nature walk through the Ladew Topiary Gardens. This 22-acre garden, built around a manor house from 1747, presents one of the most outstanding topiary gardens in the country. Walk though the extensively groomed and molded shrubbery and explore the 15 garden rooms, each dedicated to a single plant, color, or theme.
Become well versed in the history and procedures of dentistry at the National Museum of Dentistry. A Smithsonian affiliate, this lively center covers the vast expanse and evolution of dentistry throughout history and the world. Located in the home of the world´s first dental school, this unique museum contains a number of artifacts as well as fun and interactive exhibits.
Spend a romantic weekend at the 1840s Carrollton Inn, a boutique bed and breakfast located in a series of converted 19th century rowhouses. Relax in the lavish comfort of overnight rooms, featuring handcrafted mattresses, large whirlpool tubs, and in-room fireplaces. Create the proper mood with one of the special packages available–complete with rose petals and candlelight.
Visit one of the most dynamic cultural and educational institutions. The National Great Blacks in Wax Museum is one-of-a-kind, dedicated to preserving important figures in African American history and providing images of role models to motivate youths. The life-size, life-like wax figures highlight historical and contemporary personalities of African ancestry.