See the world through different eyes at the American Visionary Art Museum, America´s national art museum dedicated to self-taught art. This imaginative art museum sponsors themed exhibitions featuring the works of different local and national artists. All exhibits focus on a central theme, meant to bring awareness to certain social and cultural issues.
Catch a show by the Baltimore Actors' Theatre at their performing home, the Oregon Ridge Dinner Theatre. This multi-faceted theater is home to an acting troupe, the Conservatory - the state's first and only accredited College Preparatory School of the Arts - and the Baltimore Actors' Theatre Academy.
Since 1914, the Baltimore Museum of Art has housed an internationally renowned collection of 19th-century, modern and contemporary art. Even the building itself, designed to resemble a Roman Temple, is a piece of art. Art lovers must stop by the Cone Collection, which contains works by master artists like Matisse, Picasso, Cezanne, Manet, and van Gogh.
Treat your ears to a masterpiece performance by the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra. This professional symphony orchestra has put on soulful concerts and live entertainment year-round since its formation in 1916. The Baltimore Symphony Orchestra acts as Maryland´s musical ambassador to the world, and, despite calling the Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall home, the orchestra maintains a regular performance presence at Carnegie Hall.
Visit the internationally recognized Baltimore Theatre Project for a diverse variety of theatrical performances and entertainment. Founded in 1971 as an appendage to Antioch University, the Baltimore Theatre Project was formed with the mission to provide world-class alternative theater through a non-profit organization.
Watch a performance by Maryland’s state theater. CENTERSTAGE is Baltimore’s largest professional producing theater, putting on a half dozen classic and contemporary plays in their seasonal series as well as a cabaret series, a play lab series, and specials by The Second City. After over 45 years, CENTERSTAGE has developed a reputation for innovation and excellence in entertainment.
Enjoy the hits of Broadway and the other touring theatrical groups from the Big Apple in the comfort of Charm City. The France-Merrick Performing Arts Center, located in the former vaudeville Hippodrome Theatre, presents its performances in an elegant showplace, and strives to fulfill the cultural, educational, and entertainment needs of Baltimore and its surrounding region.
Visit the "kid-powered" Port Discovery Children´s Museum, designed specifically for guests between the ages of 2 and 10. Ranked among the Top 5 Children´s Museums by Child Magazine, Port Discovery offers three floors of interactive, hands-on exhibitions, attractions, and programs that will spark imaginations.
Listen to the lovely ladies of the Pride of Baltimore Chorus put on a performance of the highest possible level. This 110 member all-female, a cappella chorus has members from five different states, and serves as a chapter of the Sweet Adelines International, the world´s largest women´s singing organization. Catch an official performance, or stop by to watch (and possibly join in) a rehearsal!