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Baltimore Sites Highlights

FELL’S POINT

In 1726, English Quaker William Fell bought the land here and named it
“Fell’s Prospect.” The town, “Fell’s Point,” was founded in 1763, and in
1775, Fell’s Point Ship Yard produced the first frigate of the Continental
Navy, the Virginia. Fell’s Point is now known as a spirited waterfront
community that is in perpetual celebration of Baltimore’s nautical roots.
Chesapeake Bay cuisine is at its best here, whether you crave oysters on
the half shell at a local pub or fresh seafood at an upscale restaurant.
Learn more at http://bit.ly/1QFHNiA.

LITTLE ITALY

Benvenuto a Little Italy! By far, the biggest draw of this neighborhood is
the food. The aroma of home-style dishes wafts from numerous restau-
rants, bakeries, and delis. Ask around for the best Italian restaurant in
Little Italy and you’ll get a different answer every time—It’s hard to
choose when everything is delicious. Little Italy, which was founded in
1849, also features the Star-Spangled Banner Flag House, the Reginald F.
Lewis Museum of Maryland African American History & Culture, and
the Baltimore Civil War Museum at President Street Station. Learn
more at http://bit.ly/1HjdRbz.

ARTS DISTRICTS

Baltimore features three state-designated art districts. Located just steps
from Penn Station, the Station North A & E District is home to art in
many forms, from street art to curated exhibits. The Highlandtown
A & E District is culturally diverse, with art galleries and retail shops.
Built in 1911, the 15-story Bromo Seltzer Arts Tower has been trans-
formed into studio spaces for visual and literary artists. Every week, the
artists open their studios to visitors and host events throughout the year.
Learn more at http://baltimore.org/see-do/arts-districts.

Photos courtesy of Visit Baltimore.

http://baltimore.org/article/baltimore-inner-harbor

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