Posted inExplore Baltimore Wacky Wednesdays

Wacky Wednesday: Edgar Allan Poe Gravesite

Author Edgar Allan Poe is highly revered in literature, the nation, and particularly his hometown of Baltimore. In fact, so revered that his gravesite attracts many on a typical drive through the city.

Poe was originally buried in 1849 in an unmarked grave. Today, that is far from the case. The marble monument is both unmistakable and unavoidable. The granite base itself measures 6 feet on each side. A bust of Poe sits atop the base, inscribed with the dates 1809 and 1849 and Poe’s name along the bottom.

November 10, 2010Posted inExplore Baltimore, Wacky Wednesdays2 Comments
Posted inExplore Baltimore Tourism Tuesdays

Tourism Tuesday: The Water Taxi

Ready to take to the opens seas? Well, in Baltimore, you can at least take the Harbor with the Water Taxi.  It’s the perfect mode of transportation for exploring and sightseeing in Baltimore.

For more than twenty-five years, the Water Taxi has been one of the best guides to Baltimore waterfront. Providing access to dozens of tourism attractions, restaurants, and boutiques, you can take the Taxi to the Aquarium, the Rusty Scupper, Harbor East, Maritime Park, Captain James Landing and more!

November 9, 2010Posted inExplore Baltimore, Tourism TuesdaysNo Comments
Posted inExplore Baltimore Museum Mondays

Museum Monday: Geppi’s Entertainment Museum

Who ever said there couldn’t be a museum about pop culture? At Geppi’s Entertainment Museum, you can take a stroll through memory lane with some of your childhood favorites, everything from comic strips to TV shows, books to feature films.

With almost 6,000 artifacts spanning the last 250 years, in this case comics, cereal boxes, dolls, games, and more, you’re sure to encounter some of the most legendary and generation-shaping characters (Superman, Mickey Mouse, and Barbie to name a few!) In each room, you’ll find both educational and entertaining exhibits to bring your imagination to life.

November 8, 2010Posted inExplore Baltimore, Museum MondaysNo Comments
Posted inExplore Baltimore Sports Saturdays

Sports Saturday: Baltimore Blast

Have you been missing the excitement that came from the World Cup? Or do you want an excuse to break out your dusty vuvuzela once more? Well, you have a chance to do just that coming up soon because the 2010-2011 season for the Major Indoor Soccer League is beginning!

Why not kick off your love for indoor soccer by heading to the season starter for Baltimore’s own team: the Baltimore Blast! With some new and exciting prospects added to the team, watch as Baltimore’s premiere team takes on the Chicago Riot on November 19 at 7:35.

November 6, 2010Posted inExplore Baltimore, Sports SaturdaysNo Comments