EDGAR ALLAN POE HOUSE AND MUSEUM

BALTIMORE, MD

The Edgar Allan Poe House and Museum is a historic site located in Baltimore, Maryland. The small brick rowhouse was once the home of the famous American writer, Edgar Allan Poe, and is now a museum dedicated to preserving his memory and legacy.

The house was built in the early 1830s and is a typical Baltimore rowhouse of the time. Poe lived in the house for a brief period from 1833 to 1835 with his aunt and grandmother. During his time there, he wrote some of his most famous works, including "MS. Found in a Bottle" and "Berenice."

The interior of the house has been restored to its appearance during Poe's time there, and features exhibits about his life and work. Visitors can see the bedroom where Poe slept, the kitchen where his aunt cooked, and the parlor where he likely entertained guests.

In addition to the museum, there is a gift shop on site that sells books, souvenirs, and other items related to Poe and his work. The museum also hosts events throughout the year, including lectures, readings, and other special programs.

Overall, the Edgar Allan Poe House and Museum is a must-visit destination for fans of Poe and American literature, offering a glimpse into the life of one of the country's most celebrated writers.

EDGAR ALLAN POE HOUSE AND MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in BALTIMORE MD. US MID #8402400096

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mid-Atlantic (District of Columbia, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania).

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• telephone: 4103967932
• website: http://www.eapoe.org

EDGAR ALLAN POE HOUSE AND MUSEUM
203 N AMITY ST
BALTIMORE
MD
21223

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