Art and More

Baltimore was a workingman’s town but art now plays a major roll. The American Visionary Art Museum is perfectly suited, with works created by untrained artists for the pure joy or passion of creation. Many whimsical sculptures, from a huge balcony nest to a driftwood castle, fill the garden and buildings. They tickle the soul and warm the heart.
The Baltimore Museum of Art also delights with works of Matisse and other impressionists. Sculptures and artworks abound in the city.
We visited Lexington Market in a rougher part of town; it’s reminiscent of Seattle’s Pike Street Market with fresh veggies, fruits, meat and fish.
Brick streets are lined with row houses of different colored, different textured fascades. Many are only 12 feet wide; some have roof top gardens. It’s wonderful to see a city so alive with active, energetic people.
Tonight we’ll walk with Julie, Bob and the dogs to the Italian bakery for ice cream treats. Wednesdays are half-price!

Mike in the "art scene".

Linda in "art scene".