Mount Vernon Place
Mount Vernon Place
Visit Mount Vernon Place
Mount Vernon Place is home to Baltimore’s Washington Monument—the first monument to George Washington in the United States. Surrounded by four small parks, everyday residents and visitors enjoy spending time here simply relaxing or participating in the Conservancy’s programming. Framing these parks are stunning examples of architecture and enriching cultural institutions. With nearby attractions there is always something to enjoy about Mount Vernon Place.
Visit Mount Vernon Place
Mount Vernon Place is home to Baltimore’s Washington Monument—the first monument to George Washington in the United States. Surrounded by four small parks, everyday residents and visitors enjoy spending time here simply relaxing or participating in the Conservancy’s programming. Framing these parks are stunning examples of architecture and enriching cultural institutions. With nearby attractions there is always something to enjoy about Mount Vernon Place.
Hours: open Wed. – Sun., 10am – 5pm Admission: Gallery level is free; lookout level is $6 for adults/$4 for children COVID-19
Hours: Open daily, Dawn to Dusk The parks of Mount Vernon Place with their greenery, sculpture and fountains, and surrounding beautiful architecture,
Things to Do Around Mount Vernon Place Mount Vernon Place is the centerpiece of a National Historic Landmark District, and part of
Mount Vernon PlaceEvents
Each year, the Conservancy sponsors a series of free programs in the squares, from our Summer in the Squares concert, film, and fitness series, to holiday-themed events for our neighbors and the Baltimore community. Annually, two of Baltimore’s most-cherished events—Flower Mart and Monument Lighting—are sponsored by the Conservancy.
Take a Virtual Tour of the Washington Monument
If you can’t make it to Mount Vernon Place, but would like to tour the Monument, explore our virtual tour and learn important details about its construction and meaning. Or, dip in and see what you missed on a recent visit!
Mount Vernon PlaceHistory
Over 200 years ago Baltimoreans envisioned and commenced one of the most beautiful urban spaces in America: Mount Vernon Place. The Washington Monument’s cornerstone was laid on July 4, 1815, and over time the surrounding area was developed into beautiful parks surrounded by handsome buildings. Explore our resources about this special place—a National Historic Landmark District.
The Monument is meant to be experienced not only from the outside, but from the inside. Architect Robert Mills designed the structure
When America’s first President George Washington died in 1799, the new United States of America went into mourning. His generation had accomplished
While the Monument was being built, notices of its construction and completion were often placed in the newspaper to inform the public
An Authentic Account of All the Proceedings on the Fourth of July, 1815, With Regard to Laying the Corner Stone of the
What’s in a Name? Baltimore—”The Monumental City.” For over two hundred years Baltimore has been called “The Monumental City.” Since the 1970s
Baltimore and the City Beautiful: Carrère & Hastings Reshapes an American City. Mount Vernon Place has a long and distinguished landscape design
Restoring the North
and South Squares
Now that the Conservancy has restored the Washington Monument the Conservancy is turning its attention to the squares of Mount Vernon Place. In their current design they are 100 years old and have not seen a significant investment in that time. Explore our vision for their future that will enable them to flourish for another century.