Washington Monument

After restoration by the Mount Vernon Place Conservancy, the monument reopened on its Bicentennial July 4, 2015! Visit our website for admission and ticketing.

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    (410) 962-5070

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    mvpconservancy.org

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    Historic and Protected Site

Address

699 Washington Pl (at Mt Vernon Pl) Baltimore , MD 21201 United States

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Baltimore Maryland Manager

Located in the heart of Mt. Vernon, this was the first monument to George Washington. Take the 228 steps to the top for an amazing view of the city .

Cole T

One of the most iconic monuments in Baltimore with cobblestone streets that encircle it. The climb to the top is not too hard and the view is kind of lackluster. Entrance to climb is about $5.

Asha Is

Did the climb to the top.The views are not that breath-taking. Ive seen similar views in other buildings. If you're not a firefighter, you thighs will hate you in the morning, lol

Mount Vernon Place

The Washington Monument is open. Please visit our website to learn more about hours and visiting and to reserve your time to climb to the top.

N ~

One of Baltimor's historical sights. Down the street are many restaurants and cafes . You can have a lovely walk to the inner harbor .

Brandon Lawson

While the monument is under restoration it inspired me to make a thread of the work being done. http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=1770742

Derek Flanzraich

Climb is fun, but views are so-so. Have to appreciate the history nonetheless!

J Rodriguez

$6 to climb up for a great view of the city !

Rachel L

You can climb to the top! Awesome views

Evelyn Brown

Enjoyed the 46th annual Monument lighting

Stina P.

climb 227 steps to the top for interesting mini views of the city

Tracy Gold

Check out the Baltimore bike party the last Friday every month. Meet at 7! Baltimorebikeparty.com.

HISTORY

This massive pillar was commenced in 1815 and completed in 1829. It is the first monument dedicated to the “Father of our Country ." There are 228 steps to the top.

Baltimore Maryland

Baltimore’s aglow for the holiday season with the official lighting of the Washington Monument, which features an evening of choir performances , strolling entertainment, & more Dec 1, 2011 5:30 - 8pm.

Baltimore Maryland

Climbing the 228 steps to the top of the first monument to George Washington provides an excellent view of the city from historic Mount Vernon where it is located.

Majed Alashari

Small roundabout next to the church .

Bew Radley

Check out the lighted Monument at night. Take a few friends, a camera and some hot apple cider .

Jessica Goon

Right across from the venue and just a block from the hotel . Climb to the top for $1! Open 10am - 5pm

Emilee Romano

The 40th annual lighting of the Washington Monument happens from 5:30 - 8:00 pm in Mt. Vernon on December 1st. Stay for fireworks afterward.

Leandro Lagera

Best landmark in the city

Baltimore

Voted Best Local Landmark by City Paper Readers for Best of Baltimore 2011

Ryan Boyle

Notice the slight color difference between the top an bottom? Construction was put on hold during the Civil War.

Dave Lepkowski

Would like to see it sometime indeed

Idus Davis

227 steps sounds a lot easier from the bottom looking up.

Bryan Ramos

Be sure to come on Dec 1 for the lighting ceremony

Mohd Rohaizad Kuala Perlis

The Monument of George Washington.

Chrissy Nickel

I love the Christmas lighting

John Power

ReOpened to public Independence Day 2015 on two hundred year anniversary.

Yolanda Allen

Great place try fall to visit

Emilee Romano

Mount Vernon Place celebrates the holiday season with the *40th* annual lighting of the Washington Monument Dec 1 at 5:30 pm

Amnesty International Baltimore

Everyone, without any discrimination, has the right to equal pay for equal work.

Reynald Dizon

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ceon ceon

love this place

Emilee Romano

Enjoy the *40th* annual lighting of the Washington Monument December 1 at 5:30.

Jacqui Austin

The steps were closed so no access...

Greg Sylvia

Climb for great views of downtown Baltimore.

Esther Earnest

THIS IS SO BEAUTIFUL

Tracy Beaver

Too bad we can't go up, under construction .

ariv wichaksono

awesome... :p

Stacey Webb

Watch fireworks from the mall .

Fred Espina

It's an obelisk

Ericka Alston

it's beginning to look a lot like xmas!

Vanessa Seixas

Borá esquiar...!

Allen Dirk

mumpung ada disini.......belajar sejarah dlu dh....hehehehhe

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