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The Druid Hill Conservatory of Baltimore, Maryland

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Also known as the Baltimore Botanic Gardens, or the Peter Rawlings Conservatory, the Druid Hill Conservatory is one of the relics of architectural and botanical worlds of the Victorian age in the city.  The garden still blooms today, and brings joy to many people living in the city as well as those coming to visit and finding accommodations at one of the Baltimore luxury hotels that are located close by.  Two sections of the garden were built in 1888, those being the Orchid Room and the The Palm House.  Three more greenhouses were constructed later, which include species from the tropic, the Mediterranean, and the desert environments of the world.  The gardens are so lovely that people will schedule events such as birthday parties and weddings on the grounds.

At one time, there were many conservatories in the city of Baltimore and the surrounding area, however the Druid Conservatory is that last of its kind.  Carroll Park, Patterson Park and Clifton Park were popular hothouses years ago, but none of these three were cared for properly and as a result, fell into disrepair and were soon demolished.  The Druid, surviving still, and remaining a thriving park, was renovated in 2004.  The project cost upwards of four million dollars, and connected the old with the new.

Structures were built in fact, that connected all of the sections of the garden, together with the greenhouses, making this one of the most visitor friendly botanic gardens in the country, and also allowing people the freedom to enjoy the gardens even throughout the colder winter months.  In the greenhouses, the tropical and exotic species bloom year round.  And should you find yourself in the city during Easter time, the Druid is famous for their holiday Easter Egg Hunt.  And if this is not enough enticement, the park is open to the public, free of charge.  A two dollar donation is suggested, but should you find yourself there without the cash, you will still be welcome to enjoy the surroundings and benefit from the relaxing and beautiful atmosphere that has graced the city of Baltimore for more than one hundred years.

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