When most people hear about a beautiful place to explore, they immediately ask where it’s located. Sadly, more often than not, as soon as they hear it’s in Baltimore, they’re no longer interested. Baltimore gets a bad rap but there is so much more to it than just the city. In fact, not many people know that there is an arboretum hidden in the heart of Baltimore and it’s one of the most stunning places in the Old Line State.
Flickr / Forsaken Fotos Located at 4915 Greenspring Avenue, you’ll find the Cylburn Arboretum.
Flickr / Rick Abraham1 The first thing you’ll notice upon arriving at this alluring place is the historic and charming Cylburn mansion.
Flickr / charmcity123 The mansion was built in 1868 as a summer home for businessman Jesse Tyson, his niece, and several servants. It would later be occupied by Jesse and his new bride, Edith. After 18 years of marriage, Jesse passed and Edith remarried, still living in the residence until her own passing in 1942.
Flickr / Orbital Joe Edith’s widower auctioned the house and it was purchased by the city of Baltimore, who turned it into a home for abandoned and neglected children. For several years the children resided in the grand mansion, and to this day, some still speak of the happy memories had here.
Flickr / Ken_from_MD When the last of the children left the mansion in 1957, the rooms were turned into offices for the Cylburn Wildflower Preserve and Garden Center. Then, in 1982, was named Cylburn Arboretum as a plethora of trees and other plants filled the grounds.
Flickr / Jack Lyons People who know about this exquisite place travel here for a quiet stroll, or to get inspired.
Flickr / Forsaken Fotos The most popular feature at the arboretum is the unique and whimsical Japanese maple.
Flickr / Jack Lyons It’s not uncommon to find several people crowded around this gorgeous tree, snapping photos and attempting to capture a nature-infused selfie.
Flickr / timothy rex Although most people head here in the spring and summer, autumn just may be the most magnificent time to visit.
Flickr / timothy rex The surrounding plants and trees are tinged with copper-colored leaves.
Flickr / Jack Lyons And of course, the Japanese maple is an awe-inspiring spectacle, vibrant with the colors of fall. Flame-like hues dance across the winding branches, making for a spectacular sight.
Flickr / Jennifer Grimes This little known Baltimore gem has an extensive history and an appeal all its own. It just may be the most beautiful place in Maryland.
Have you been to the Cylburn Arboretum? For more information, you can visit the website here.
Flickr / Forsaken Fotos
Located at 4915 Greenspring Avenue, you’ll find the Cylburn Arboretum.
Flickr / Rick Abraham1
The first thing you’ll notice upon arriving at this alluring place is the historic and charming Cylburn mansion.
Flickr / charmcity123
The mansion was built in 1868 as a summer home for businessman Jesse Tyson, his niece, and several servants. It would later be occupied by Jesse and his new bride, Edith. After 18 years of marriage, Jesse passed and Edith remarried, still living in the residence until her own passing in 1942.
Flickr / Orbital Joe
Edith’s widower auctioned the house and it was purchased by the city of Baltimore, who turned it into a home for abandoned and neglected children. For several years the children resided in the grand mansion, and to this day, some still speak of the happy memories had here.
Flickr / Ken_from_MD
When the last of the children left the mansion in 1957, the rooms were turned into offices for the Cylburn Wildflower Preserve and Garden Center. Then, in 1982, was named Cylburn Arboretum as a plethora of trees and other plants filled the grounds.
Flickr / Jack Lyons
People who know about this exquisite place travel here for a quiet stroll, or to get inspired.
The most popular feature at the arboretum is the unique and whimsical Japanese maple.
It’s not uncommon to find several people crowded around this gorgeous tree, snapping photos and attempting to capture a nature-infused selfie.
Flickr / timothy rex
Although most people head here in the spring and summer, autumn just may be the most magnificent time to visit.
Flickr / timothy rex
The surrounding plants and trees are tinged with copper-colored leaves.
And of course, the Japanese maple is an awe-inspiring spectacle, vibrant with the colors of fall. Flame-like hues dance across the winding branches, making for a spectacular sight.
Flickr / Jennifer Grimes
This little known Baltimore gem has an extensive history and an appeal all its own. It just may be the most beautiful place in Maryland.
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