This year, back to school season in Baltimore (and all over the country) looks a little different than it did in the past – 2020 has brought more than its fair share of surprises. Though the first day of school won’t look like it did last year, more flexible schedules mean more opportunities for family time field trips – and downtown Baltimore provides tons of great spots for (safe) family fun and learning. Here are a few ideas for educational and exciting trips downtown: Reginald F. Lewis Museum The Reginald F. Lewis Museum of Maryland
After months at home with the kids, exploring the backyard or basement again starts to feel a little stale. Now is the perfect time to mix things up with a quick trip to downtown Baltimore. While some downtown attractions remain temporarily closed to visitors, including the Reginald F. Lewis Museum and Port Discovery Children’s Museum (opening in early August), other fun destinations have put new safety protocols in place and reopened to the public. Here are some ideas for downtown outings that will be safe and fun for the whole family: The National Aquarium The
It’s high summer here in Baltimore and when you’re a city located right on the Chesapeake Bay, that means one thing: it’s time to get out on the water. One of the most charming features of Charm City is the ability to hop on a vessel right downtown and go for a cruise, see the sights, or tour a unique ship – or do all three in between other activities, like a visit to the National Aquarium, followed by dinner at Miss Shirley’s Cafe. In downtown Baltimore, there are tons of fun ways to get
Phish fans with kids: this one is for you. On Saturday, June 8, a few weeks before the iconic Vermont band plays two shows at Merriweather Post Pavilion, the local Phish tribute act Phoam will take over Power Plant Live’s outdoor plaza for a two-set, family-friendly show designed with kids in mind. This is the latest installment in the Saturday Morning Tunes series of concerts for kids; the series is sponsored by Towson University’s radio station, WTMD, and takes place one Saturday morning a month. Past shows have featured acts like Milkshake, Barry Louis Polisar
Dive Deep at the National Aquarium this Spring Springtime is an ideal time of year to visit the National Aquarium in downtown Baltimore’s Inner Harbor. With eight excellent exhibits, from Shark Alley to Australia: Wild Extremes to the ever-popular Tropical Rainforest, there’s always something fascinating to learn. Plus, this spring the Aquarium has fun and educational events, including specialized tours that offer a behind the scenes look at the operation, immersive film experiences and an upcoming discussion about the current state of diversity in conservation. Here’s a look at some events and activities to consider
Learn about jellies research and New Year’s resolutions for the planet! Introducing the Atlantic Bay Nettle http://aqua.org/blog/2018/January/Introducing-the-Atlantic-Sea-Nettle For the past 175 years, scientists would tell you that the Chesapeake Bay’s most iconic jelly was an Atlantic sea nettle—but recent research suggests otherwise. LEARN MORE New Year’s Resolutions for the Planet Resolutions are a great way to start off a new year, and including the planet in your 2018 resolutions is even better! READ MORE
Happy Manatee Awareness Month! November has been deemed Manatee Awareness Month to help promote the protection of manatees. Learn more about these gentle giants—and how you can help protect them. LEARN MORE Celebrating Jellies In honor of Jellyfish Day, learn about a few of the fascinating species that live in our Jellies Invasion exhibit. READ MORE Calendar of Events NOVEMBER 5, 2017 • 9 AM – 11 AM “Seafood by the Harbor” at the Baltimore Farmers’ Market and Bazaar Evening Lecture DECEMBER 13, 2017 • 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM The Passion of a Patriot:
