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The Walters Art Museum, Baltimore, MD

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The Walters Art Museum

600 N Charles St · Baltimore, MD

Why you should go…

The Walters is a free public art museum in Baltimore's historic Mount Vernon Cultural District, built on the collections of William and Henry Walters. You can walk from ancient Egypt, Greece and Rome through medieval ivories, illuminated manuscripts, Japanese arms and armor and Old Master paintings. Look for the two 3,000-pound Sekhmet statues and the Walters Mummy. The main entrance is on Centre Street near Cathedral Street.

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Good to know

General museums guidance

Habits that pay off across this whole category, not rules for this one venue. Always check the official site for the specifics.

  • Check the special exhibition separately

    Touring shows usually carry their own ticket and their own opening hours, listed apart from general admission.

  • Look for the free window

    Many museums run community days, member evenings, or discounted late openings. It is worth a look before you pay full price.

  • Travel light through the door

    Large bags and backpacks often have to go to a coat check, and lines for it move slowly at opening.

  • Weekday mornings beat weekend afternoons

    School groups clear out by early afternoon midweek, while weekends stay busy from late morning on.

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