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Towering above Mount Vernon Place is Baltimore's Washington Monument. The marble Doric column towers 178 feet (54.25 meters) with a statue of George Washington at its crown. The reward for climbing the steep, winding 228 steps is a breathtaking, bird's-eye view of Baltimore. The base contains a small museum with exhibits chronicling the architecture and development of the monument, which took nearly 15 years to build (1815-1829).

This nonprofit artists' organization was established to stimulate creativity and enhance the visibility of regional artists. The center offers artist members the opportunity to showcase (and sell)their work and network with others. It also hosts a number of popular events, including live jazz performances and an art showcase. This is a great place to buy artwork at bargain prices and meet the creative talent who crafted each piece. Visitors may also commission work by local artists.

Current Space is the hub of creative work, as it puts together work of different artists on varied themes. The main aim of the gallery is to reach out to the upcoming artists and present their work. Apart from having permanent exhibits, the gallery has themed exhibitions dedicated to a particular culture and norm. While you are here don't forget to visit their store which has a collection of clothing, modern art paintings and inscribed paintings.

This beautiful stone building is unique for its graves, which were filled in the early 1800s, long before the church hall above them was built. Edgar Allen Poe, Baltimore's founding fathers and four mayors are among those buried here. In the mid-1800s, a swelling population prompted construction of Westminster Hall. To avoid disturbing the graves, the building was set on a series of brick piers over the tombs, creating catacombs. The meeting hall at Westminster can accommodate and audience of 350 seated for lecture meetings and 250 when used for round table discussions. The hall opens on weekdays at 8am.

Dating back to 1911, the Emerson Bromo Seltzer tower is credited to Captain Isaac Emerson. A 15 storey structure, it was stylistically inspired by Florence's Palazzo Vecchio tower and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Until 1936, a 51-foot replica of the famed blue bottle revolved on top of the building, illuminated by 596 lights. Today, a blue glow emanates from the tower's cupola and the structure's four clock faces are illuminated at all times, allowing passersby to see the Bromo Seltzer letters that mark the time. The tower is also houses to an arts facility, showcasing exhibitions by resident as well as other artists.