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Washington Monument

At the turn of the 19th century, Baltimorians lobbied for a monument dedicated to the United States' first president, and in 1829 Washington's first monument finished construction. It was designed by architect Robert Mills who later designed that other Washington Monument in D.C. It is now the focal point of the Mt. Vernon neighborhood. Visitors can climb to the top (more than 160 feet high) with admission to see a panoramic view of the city.

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Address: Intersection of Monument Pl and Mt Vernon Pl
Getting there: four blocks east of Centre St light rail stop
Hours: Thu 4PM-9PM, Fri-Sun noon-5PM
Price: $5

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