2013 Sondheim Artscape Prize Finalists Award Ceremony & Reception @ Walters Art Museum

Located in the Mt. Vernon area of the city of Baltimore, the Walters Art Museum offers a wide breadth of paintings, ceramics, mummified masks, and more. The museum was opened in 1934 with a vast art collection donated by Henry Walters. Today the museum offers an extensive collection of eastern and western art pieces with new exhibits appearing regularly. Visitors will find a museum complex that offers ramps for disabled visitors, a coffee shop for the thirsty, and a museum shop.How to get to the Walters Art MuseumSince the museum is located in a downtown location, there is ample public transportation. Drivers can park on the streets adjacent to the museum. Visitors staying at nearby hotels can easily walk to the museum. Taxi cabs can be found on nearby Charles St.Best and worst time to go to the Walters Art MuseumThe best time to visit the museum is during the daytime hours, especially in the morning. Visitors may find themselves running out of time if they arrive too late.Admission to the Walters Art MuseumAdmission is free to the museum for all visitors.Must see/do at the Walters Art MuseumThe museum has an incredibly diverse selection of exhibits. Incredible pieces of art from Ancient Egypt, China, and Rome can be found on exhibit. Fans of Romantic art can visit the 18th and 19th century galleries of paintings. Those interested in Buddhism can view ceramic artwork of Buddhist figures from India and Tibet. Other items of interest include historic manuscripts, rare books, textiles, and ancient coins.Other places to visit near the Walters Art Museum.Nearby places of interest include the Peabody School of Music, the Enoch Pratt Free Library, and the neighborhood of Mt. Vernon. Several hotels are located within walking distance of the museum as well as a number of independent shops.Insider tip for visitors to the Walters Art MuseumBe sure to plan for parking if driving to the museum. Review the museum's website before visiting to learn about any special tours as well as exhibits. The museum often has special exhibits that are available for viewing for a limited time.Author's bio: Bruce Emmerling is a freelance writer residing in Baltimore, MD. He's been writing independent articles about technology, travel, events and news for six years.