Maryland Center for History and Culture

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Top 1% of attractions in Baltimore
8 / 10

5 expert reviews

“One major draw is the original manuscript of "The Star-Spangled Banner," written by Francis Scott Key. It's the centerpiece of an excellent War of 1812 exhibit.”

– Fodor's

Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
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"With more than 5.4 million artifacts, this is one of the largest collections of Americana in the world." Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"The fragile original manuscript of the "Star Spangled Banner" goes on display every hour on the hour during opening hours." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
1 Star
"The society's fine 20,000-piece collection of art, furniture and other memorabilia." Full review
Where Where
"A 150-plus-year-old society with more than 100,000 artifacts and a library of nearly 7 million items, including original manuscript of “The Star-Spangled Banner”." Full review