Experience history from around the world at The Walters Art Museum. Opened in 1934, this public art museum has a large collection of art and artifacts on display. Check out the massive permanent collection of ancient Egyptian, Greek, and Roman artifacts, medieval ivories, illuminated manuscripts, Renaissance bronzes, Old Master and 19th-century paintings, Chinese ceramics and more.
The Appalachian Trail travels from Maine to Georgia. The 40 miles of the recreational trail in Maryland crawl along the backbone of South Mountain, and are perfect for 3-4 day hiking and camping trips. Popular day hikes along the Appalachian Trail include Annapolis rock, Washington Monument, and Weverton Cliffs.
Hosted by the St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church of Baltimore, the Greek Folk Festival is the largest Hellenic festival in the Mid-Atlantic area. For more than 30 years, the Greek Folk Festival has showcased a multitude of Greek culture and talent. Enjoy authentic Greek cuisine, listen and watch performances by Greek performers, create arts and crafts, and sneak in some shopping on the side.
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.