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Quirky, historic, and sophisticated: get to know all sides of Charm City with Moon Baltimore. Explore the City: Navigate by neighborhood or by activity with color-coded maps See the Sites: Visit the birthplace of the Star-Spangled Banner, seek out Edgar Allan Poe's historic gravestone, or take the whole family to the National Aquarium. Have a picnic at Baltimore's Washington Monument, shop the locally owned boutiques of "The Avenue," or get lost in the stacks at the beautiful George Peabody Library. Marvel at the works of Warhol and Pollack at the Baltimore Museum of Art or trek to the top of Federal Hill for some sweeping harbor views Get a Taste of the City: Crack open a dozen steamed crabs, feast on fried crab cakes, or opt for soft-shell when it's in season. Indulge in a huge breakfast with a Baltimore twist, sample top-notch tapas in a former machine shop, or peruse the Farmer's Market & Bazaar for fresh fish and other local specialties Bars and Nightlife: Have a pint at the centuries-old bar The Wharf Rat, enjoy everything from table tennis to a burlesque show at The Windup Space, or sneak into a top-secret speakeasy for the cocktail du jour Honest Advice from Charm City native Jennifer Walker on the best local businesses and under-the-radar hotspots Flexible, strategic itineraries including a two-day best of Baltimore and ideas for families and foodies, plus day trips to Annapolis, Frederick, and more Tips for Travelers including where to stay, how to safely bike the city, and more, plus advice for LGBTQ visitors, seniors, and families with children Maps and Tools like background information on the history and culture of Baltimore, easy-to-read maps, a section of full-color photos, and neighborhood guides from Inner Harbor to Fell's Point With Moon Baltimore's practical tips and local know-how, you can plan your trip your way. Extending your trip? Check out Moon Virginia & Maryland. Want to explore more east coast cities? Try Moon Washington D.C. or Moon Philadelphia.

Providing a comprehensive history of the Baltimore Black Sox from before the team's founding in 1913 through its demise in 1936, this history examines the social and cultural forces that gave birth to the club and informed its development. The author describes aspects of Baltimore's history in the first decades of the 20th century, details the team's year-by-year performance, explores front-office and management dynamics and traces the shaping of the Negro Leagues. The history of the Black Sox's home ballparks and of the people who worked for the team both on and off the field are included.

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