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Baltimore's Duchess: Wallis Before the King

Program Number: 20802RJ
Start and End Dates:
6/2/2013 - 6/5/2013;
Duration: 3 nights
Location: Baltimore, Maryland
Price starting at: $625.00 - Price may vary based on date, departure city
Program Type: History & Culture Activity Level: t (see description)
Meals: 9; 3 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches, 3 Dinners    
Meal Options: Vegetarian; Gluten Free    

A noted historian once commented that the best stories are made up of five things — money, mystery, power, religion and sex — and the life of Baltimore-bred Bessie Wallis Warfield had them all. Meet with local experts to learn about Wallis’ upbringing in the affluent Mount Vernon neighborhood and about key events that set her on the path to change history, becoming Mrs. Spencer, then Mrs. Simpson and finally the Duchess of Windsor.




Highlights

• Join experts at the Maryland Historical Society who share their knowledge about the Wallis Warfield artifacts in their collection, including the famous “monkey dress” worn by the Duchess.
• Take walking field trips through the beautiful and historic Mount Vernon neighborhood to schools, churches, private clubs and home frequented by Wallis during her Baltimore days and later as the Duchess.
• Attend a recital at the renowned Peabody Conservatory of Music, just steps from your hotel.



Activity Particulars

Walking one mile over uneven city sidewalks. Some sites are not handicapped-accessible.




Date Specific Information

6-2-2013

Enjoy the latest in hearing technology — listening devices — on this date.



Coordinated by Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University.




Baltimore

Once a center of shipbuilding on the Eastern seaboard, Baltimore remains an active port dedicated to preserving its maritime heritage. From historic neighborhoods to famed cultural and educational facilities, Baltimore is a world-class city.
Accommodations
Wyndham Baltimore Peabody Court Hotel in the heart of historic Mount Vernon.
Meals and Lodgings
   Wyndam Baltimore Peabody Court
  Baltimore 3 nights
 Wyndam Baltimore Peabody Court
Type: Hotel
  Description: Boutique hotel in the center of Baltimore's Mt. Vernon Historic District.
  Contact info: 612 Cathedral Street
Baltimore, MD 21201 USA
phone: 800-292-5500
web: www.peabodycourthotel.com
  Room amenities: Wyndham Baltimore Peabody Court offers 104 custom designed guest rooms that include voice mail, full marble baths, free cable TV with movies on demand, complimentary wireless high speed Internet service, in-room safe, business services, valet cleaning (weekdays) and valet parking are available 24 hours. All guest rooms showcase antique furnishings, original artwork and period furnishings.
  Facility amenities: Wyndham Baltimore Peabody Court is a downtown Baltimore Hotel providing boutique lodging accommodations in the historic Mt. Vernon neighborhood. Wyndham Baltimore Peabody Court is close to many Baltimore attractions including Walters Art Museum, Peabody Institute of Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore's Inner Harbor, Ravens Stadium, Oriole Park at Camden Yards, National Aquarium and much more.
  Smoking allowed: No
  Elevators available: Yes
  Additional nights prior: $84 double; $74 single Additional nights may be available before and after this program for $84 a night for a double room and $74 night for a single room. Please call hotel to check on availability and make a reservation: 443-552-0758.
  Check in time: 2:00 PM
  Additional nights after: $84 double; $74 single Additional nights may be available before and after this program for $84 a night for a double room and $74 night for a single room. Please call hotel to check on availability and make a reservation: 443-552-0758.
  Check out time: 12:15 PM


Travel Details
  Start of Program:
Check in from 3:30-5:00. Orientation to follow. You will be staying at Wyndam Baltimore Peabody Court that night.
  End of Program:
Ends after lunch at 1:15 PM. Check out by 1:15 PM. You will be staying at Wyndam Baltimore Peabody Court the night before.
  Required documents:
The Road Scholar Health & Safety Form is required. Health and Information form required. Please note that program staff are unable to provide nursing or personal care. We may, at our option, require certification from a medical professional indicating participants are able to provide their own basic care.
  Parking availability:
Valet parking is the only option for onsight parking for $15 per 24 hr period, plus tax.
Transportation
To Start of Program
  Location:  Baltimore
  Nearest airport:  Baltimore Washington International (BWI) is the closest airport. We DO NOT recommend using Reagan International or Dulles International Airports, as they are NOT close to Baltimore and transportation to Peabody will incur a large taxi fare.
  From End of Program
  Location: Baltimore
    (Additional transportation information same as above)
Travel Details
 

Baltimore--BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport

 

From Airport

 
 

Service:

 

Taxi

 

Per Person/One Way:

 

Taxi is approximately $35-40 one way (metered)
Prices are subject to change.
 

Travel Time:

 

35-40 minutes 
   

See driving directions for specific arrival instructions.
 

Greyhound Bus Terminal

 

From Bus Terminal

 
 

Service:

 

Taxi

 

Per Person/One Way:

 

Taxi is approximately $10-15 one way (metered)
Prices are subject to change.
 

Travel Time:

 

10-15 minutes 
   

Bus Terminal address is 2110 Haines Street, Baltimore, MD 21230. See driving directions for specific arrival instructions.
 

Baltimore Penn Station

 

From Train Station

 
 

Service:

 

Taxi

 

Per Person/One Way:

 

Taxi is approximately $6-8 one way (metered)
Prices are subject to change.
 

Travel Time:

 

5 minutes 
   

See driving directions for specific arrival instructions.
 
Driving Directions
  From the North (I-83) Driving on I 83 from Pennsylvania: If you are driving south on 83 from Pennsylvania, follow signs to the 695 Beltway WEST, and travel west on 695 a short distance before getting back onto 83 South at Beltway Exit 23A. Travel on 83 south approximately 7 miles to Exit 5--Maryland Avenue. Travel on Maryland Avenue; the name will change to Cathedral Street. Wyndam Baltimore Peabody Court will be on your right, just as you cross over Mount Vernon Place. Pull into the loading zone.
  From the North (I-95) Driving on I 95: As you approach Baltimore begin to look for the exit marked 695 - Baltimore Beltway to Towson. Take the 695 Beltway exit toward Towson. Continue on the Beltway to Exit 23A (I 83 South). Continue on 83 for approximately 7 miles to Exit 5--Maryland Avenue. Travel on Maryland Avenue; the name will change to Cathedral Street. Wyndam Baltimore Peabody Court will be on your right, just as you cross over Mount Vernon Place. Pull into the loading zone.
  From the South Take 95 North all the way to Baltimore. As you are approaching Baltimore, you will see signs for 395 North to Downtown (Exit 53). Turn onto 395 North and continue to Pratt St. and turn right. Stay on Pratt St. to Charles St. Turn left on Charles St. and go approximately one mile. After approximately one mile, the Walters Art Museum will be on your left and the Washington Monument is in front of you. At the Washington Monument, circle around it so that you may turn left onto Mount Vernon Place. Continue one block to Cathedral Street. Turn left onto Cathedral Street. The Wyndam Baltimore Peabody Court hotel will be on your right. Pull into the loading zone.
  From the West Take Interstate 70 East to the Baltimore Beltway: Route 695 - There are two ramps onto the Beltway, take the one which bears to the right - 695 South-Glen Burnie. Travel south on 695 until you get to 95 North to Baltimore (here again there are two ramps - this time you will take the one which bears left toward Baltimore). Take 95 North to 395 North to Downtown (Exit 53). Continue on 395 North to Pratt St. Turn right on Pratt St. and continue several blocks to Charles St. Turn left on Charles St. and go approximately one mile. After approximately one mile, the Walters Art Museum will be on your left and the Washington Monument is in front of you. At the Washington Monument, circle around it so that you may turn left onto Mount Vernon Place. Continue one block to Cathedral Street. Turn left onto Cathedral Street. The Wyndam Baltimore Peabody Court hotel will be on your right. Pull into the loading zone.
The prices listed for commercial services and facilities that are not included in the program cost, such as airport shuttles or extra nights lodging, are subject to change without notice. Since Road Scholar cannot guarantee the accuracy of these prices, we strongly suggest contacting the companies directly for the most up-to-date information.


Daily Schedule

Day 1: Check-In and Orientation
(Sunday, June 2)
   
 Arrive To: Arrive at the Wyndam Baltimore Peabody Court Hotel; check-in between 3:30-5:00PM.
 Dinner: 6:45-7:45 Dinner in hotel dining room.
 Evening: 5:30-6:30 Orientation
 Evening: 8:00-9:00 Introduction to Duchess Expert, Zippy Lawson.
   
Accommodations: Wyndam Baltimore Peabody Court
Meals Included: Dinner

Day 2:
(Monday, June 3)
   
 Breakfast: 8:00-9:00 Buffet Breakfast at the hotel
 Morning: 9:30-11:30 Expert led lecture at the Engineer's Club
 Lunch: 11:45-1:00 Lunch at the Engineer's Club
 Afternoon: 1:15-2:15 Walking Tour of Specic Neighborhood Sites 3:00-4:00 Movie Footage of Duchess
 Dinner: 6:00-7:00 Dinner at local Mount Vernon restaurant
 Evening: 8:15-9:15 Classical Music recital at the renowned Peabody Conservatory of Music, 1 block from accommodations.
   
Accommodations: Wyndam Baltimore Peabody Court
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 3:
(Tuesday, June 4)
   
 Breakfast: 8:00-9:00 Buffet breakfast at hotel
 Morning: 9:30-11:30 Expert led lecture at hotel
 Lunch: 11:45-1:00 Lunch at Mount Vernon Women's Club
 Afternoon: 1:15-2:15 Walking tour of specific neighborhood sites 3:00-4:30 Visit the Maryland Historical Society to explore Duchess' artifacts.
 Dinner: 6:00-7:30 Dinner at the Owl Bar in Mount Vernon
 Evening: 8:15-9:15 Duchess Movie at Hotel
   
Accommodations: Wyndam Baltimore Peabody Court
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day 4:
(Wednesday, June 5)
   
 Breakfast: 8:00-9:00 Buffet breakfast at hotel
 Morning: 9:30-11:00 Expert led lecture at hotel. Explore expert's books and articles about the Duchess; time for questions/answers. 11:00-12:00 Check out of hotel
 Lunch: 12:15-1:15 Buffet lunch at hotel
   
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

Free Time Opportunities
  
  Baltimore Baltimore Tourist Attractions
Conveniently located near the Inner Harbor and downtown Baltimore’s popular tourist sites. Whatever interests you, you will find it in Baltimore: civil war museum, world class art museums, aquarium, science museum, Babe Ruth Museum, comedy clubs, fine dining, theaters, concerts, movies, antiques, boat cruises, historic homes, churches & synagogues, and much, much more.
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