Directions

The Rawlings Conservatory is located in the heart of Baltimore within the historic Druid Hill Park. Directions to the site can be found below.

 

 
 
 
 
 

 

From the north

From I-695 (Baltimore Beltway), take exit to I-83 south, exit 7, Druid Park Lake Drive. Follow Druid Park Lake Drive until it merges into McCulloh Street and look for signs for Baltimore Zoo. Turn right into Druid Hill Park at Gwynns Falls Parkway (5th traffic light). Turn right immediately after entering the Park. The Conservatory is on the left. 

 

from the south

From I-295 (Baltimore-Washington Parkway), drive directly into downtown Baltimore.  Turn right onto Pratt Street and then left onto Gay Street.  Stay to your left on Gay Street and take left lane exit onto I-83N. Take exit #7 and follow Druid Park Lake Drive until it merges into McCulloh Street.  Turn right into Druid Hill Park from Gwynns Falls Parkway (5th traffic light).  Turn right immediately after entering the Park.  The Conservatory is on the left.

 
 

We have rooms blocked off for wedding guests at the Baltimore Marriott Waterfront. Mention the Hamson-Helms wedding when you book to get the group discount.

 

Baltimore Marriott Waterfront

700 Aliceanna Street Baltimore, MD 21202
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There's more to this city than the Orioles and Old Bay-seasoned crabs. From Little Italy to the American Visionary Museum, see the attractions that reveal the many sides of Charm City during your stay.

 

You can also check out this photo tour to get a better feel for the city

 

 

Eat & Drink

Baltimore is packed with excellent dining options. Fells Point has a multitude of bars & pubs, included the oldest continuously operating bar in the country -- The Horse You Came in On. If Bars are not your thing, the Harbor East area and Mt. Vernon neighborhoods are full of a variety of restaurants to suit any palate

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There's plenty to do during your visit if you have some time to relax. You could go to the Federal Hill Park for the best views of the skyline and visit the National Aquarium just around the corner. Or you could visit Druid Hill Park and the Maryland Zoo right next tot the Conservatory. 

Explore

Founded in 1729, Baltimore is packed with historic sites and museums. While you're here you could check out the Babe Ruth birthplace and museum. There's also the free Walter's Art Museum, Peabody Library, and the (original) Washington Monument all within a few feet of each other