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Babe Ruth Birthplace and Museum

216 Emory St, Baltimore, MD 21230
410 727 1539
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Ranked #37 of 147 attractions in Baltimore
Type: Speciality Museums, Historic Sites, Museums
Activities: Group tours/walking tour
Owner description: The city's native son, the Great Bambino, is celebrated in the house he was born in, now a museum stocked with memorabilia like the catcher's mitt he... more » Owner description: The city's native son, the Great Bambino, is celebrated in the house he was born in, now a museum stocked with memorabilia like the catcher's mitt he used while learning baseball, the bat from his famed 1927 season and exhibits honoring the Orioles. « less
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Wilmington, Delaware
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 May 2013

Great place, and well worth the trip. In fact, worth a special trip if you are a died in the wool baseball nut. However, if you are in a mixed group with baseball nuts and lukewarm fans, there is a lack of diversity in the exhibits: not as much of interest for the non-afficionado. Still a great place. I would... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 March 2013 via mobile

Not in the best part of town. Did not feel real safe walking with wife and kids even during the day. My 12 year old loved it and the 8 year old was bored.

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See 2 more reviews by Dmax32 for Baltimore
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 March 2013 via mobile

Sine you are near Camden yards you may swell check out this fitting tribute to the bambino himself. Can get through in 30 mins and has nice displays. Overall good.

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Arlington, Virginia
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 March 2013

This is a "George Washington slept here" kind of attraction, in that it is notable for its connection to a famous person and not a lot else. Ruth's humble origins are part of his legend, so it is cool to see this small row house where he was born, though all that remains of the row house are a few... More

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See 6 more reviews by Brendan S for Baltimore
Newark, Delaware
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 March 2013

Small but interesting. Background on Ruth, and on homerun hitters. So interesting artifacts. A worthwhile trip for any baseball fan.

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 February 2013

Although it is a little museum it is nice for a baseball fan and if you are looking to do something quickly. There is a great speaker on baseball in the 1800s.

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Columbia, Missouri
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 February 2013

I went with my teen son, the baseball fan. He was most interested in the baseball history details, while I was fascinated with Ruth's family history. I did not know he came from a family of working class German immigrants, nor did I know much about his upbringing, early problems with school and authority, etc. So we both learned something!... More

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Morehead, Kentucky
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 January 2013

The Babe Ruth Birthplace and Museum is just a few steps away from Oriole Park at Camden Yards and since you are in the neighborhood take the time to follow the white baseballs on the sidewalk which will lead you to a cool little museum.

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See 4 more reviews by DiamondDan1 for Baltimore
Forest Hill, Maryland, United States
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 January 2013

This may not look like a whole lot on the outside but it is amazing the history of all the sports here in Baltimore wrapped up in this venue. A must see. Great for the young athlete, sports history.

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See 20 more reviews by MNick0920 for Baltimore
Pennsylvania, USA
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 December 2012

We enjoyed this small museum, tucked away in an old neighborhood of row homes. We arrived at the museum late in the day and were afraid we would not have enough time to explore, as we tend to spend a lot of time in museums. We had no problem--the museum is small enough that we were able to experience the... More

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