The best arts & culture spots in Waldorf

21 arts & culture spots we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Baltimore Museum of Industry makes Baltimore’s labor and innovation feel alive inside an 1860s oyster cannery, with hands-on exhibits, live…

1415 Key Hwy (Baltimore)

Baltimore Museum of Industry makes Baltimore’s labor and innovation feel alive inside an 1860s oyster cannery, with hands-on exhibits, live demonstrations, and a five-acre waterfront campus. Sneak in an inspiration break this week... tinker, gawk, and leave plotting your next project.

From the Baltimore newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Elegant 1753 manor home featuring lush gardens & guided tours, plus special events.

121 N Fairfax St (Alexandria)

Elegant 1753 manor home featuring lush gardens & guided tours, plus special events.

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The collection of Matisses & Picassos, Impressionist works & a sculpture garden are some highlights.

10 Art Museum Dr (Baltimore)

The collection of Matisses & Picassos, Impressionist works & a sculpture garden are some highlights.

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National Aquarium

Arts & Culture

Iconic landmark offering marine-life exhibits, a dolphin show, shark tank & walk-through rainforest.

501 E Pratt St (Baltimore)

Iconic landmark offering marine-life exhibits, a dolphin show, shark tank & walk-through rainforest.

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Historic house of the infamous doctor who treated John Wilkes Booth, plus a farm museum & tombstone.

3725 Dr Samuel Mudd Rd

Historic house of the infamous doctor who treated John Wilkes Booth, plus a farm museum & tombstone.

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Interactive exhibits at this museum featuring an IMAX theater, planetarium & rooftop observatory.

601 Light St (Baltimore)

Interactive exhibits at this museum featuring an IMAX theater, planetarium & rooftop observatory.

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Collection of artists showcasing & selling paintings, photos & other pieces in a former factory.

105 N Union St (Alexandria)

Collection of artists showcasing & selling paintings, photos & other pieces in a former factory.

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Everyman Theatre

Arts & Culture

Local performing-arts theater & education center with a resident ensemble of actors & artists.

315 W Fayette St (Baltimore)

Local performing-arts theater & education center with a resident ensemble of actors & artists.

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Historic Huntley

Arts & Culture

Restored 19th-century Federal-style home & outbuildings adjacent to George Mason's plantation.

6918 County Rd 723 (Alexandria)

Restored 19th-century Federal-style home & outbuildings adjacent to George Mason's plantation.

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George Washington's vast estate, furnished with period pieces & the president's own belongings.

3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Hwy (Mt Vernon)

George Washington's vast estate, furnished with period pieces & the president's own belongings.

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"The Star-Spangled Banner" manuscript is on display at this history museum & library.

610 Park Ave (Baltimore)

"The Star-Spangled Banner" manuscript is on display at this history museum & library.

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Small museum with unusual rotating exhibits by self-taught artists, plus sculptures & a garden.

800 Key Hwy (Baltimore)

Small museum with unusual rotating exhibits by self-taught artists, plus sculptures & a garden.

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Kid-powered museum with 3 floors of hands-on exhibits & play areas, plus events.

35 Market Pl (Baltimore)

Kid-powered museum with 3 floors of hands-on exhibits & play areas, plus events.

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The Craft Castle

Arts & Culture

Calm, relaxing, clean space offering all sorts of self-guided projects, from art to crafts like watercolor and collage, as well as art…

831 W 36th St (Baltimore)

Calm, relaxing, clean space offering all sorts of self-guided projects, from art to crafts like watercolor and collage, as well as art supplies.

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Historic 3-building gallery with paintings & artifacts from ancient times to the present.

600 N Charles St (Baltimore)

Historic 3-building gallery with paintings & artifacts from ancient times to the present.

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Exhibits explore local African-American heritage through themes of family, community, slavery & art.

830 E Pratt St (Baltimore)

Exhibits explore local African-American heritage through themes of family, community, slavery & art.

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Compact preserved site & museum featuring historic Edgar Allan Poe memorabilia & events.

203 N Amity St (Baltimore)

Compact preserved site & museum featuring historic Edgar Allan Poe memorabilia & events.

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National Historic Landmark highlighting nearly 200 locomotives, a model train display & train rides.

901 W Pratt St (Baltimore)

National Historic Landmark highlighting nearly 200 locomotives, a model train display & train rides.

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Museum dedicated to George Washington with immersive exhibits, hands-on activities, and a 4D theater.

3200 Mount Vernon Memorial Hwy (Alexandria)

Museum dedicated to George Washington with immersive exhibits, hands-on activities, and a 4D theater.

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Cozy street featuring cobblestone sections and houses that display decorations, especially for Halloween.

198-112 S Lee St (Alexandria)

Cozy street featuring cobblestone sections and houses that display decorations, especially for Halloween.

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Movie theater chain known for presenting 3D films on a giant screen, including blockbusters.

601 Light St (Baltimore)

Movie theater chain known for presenting 3D films on a giant screen, including blockbusters.

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