Take a break from the concrete jungle at the smaller, 6-acre Sherwood Gardens. Located in the Guilford neighborhood, this public garden began as an outdoor hobby of John W. Sherwood in the 1920s and originally consisted of a few of his tulips imported from the Netherlands. Now, Sherwood Gardens contains approximately 80,000 tulip bulbs and hundreds of other plants collected from the gardens of Colonial estates.
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.
Experience the culinary charms of Baltimore with Charm City Food Tours. These food tours lead you through the many historic and diverse neighborhoods of the area, while exploring the history, architecture, culture, and local cuisine from family owned restaurants and shops.
Learn, through pictures, artifacts and personal accounts, about the American Jewish experience in the city of Baltimore and the state of Maryland. The Jewish Museum of Maryland is the only American museum preserving and displaying two historic synagogues. Find out more about the two great waves of Jewish immigrants to Baltimore in this historic Jewish neighborhood.