Druid Hill Park

Baltimore's first large municipal park, Druid Hill, is commonly known for its shady lawns, rolling hills, picturesque waters, and majestic forest. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, Druid Hill Park was purchased in 1860 and developed as part of a nationwide movement to provide large parks for urban dwellers (Central Park began development in 1858), following in the tradition of European parks developed in the picturesque garden style. Druid Hill Park was primarily used for strolling, driving, riding, and ball games. Its numerous water features included natural springs, streams, and lakes that also functioned as drinking water reservoirs for the citizens of Baltimore. Druid Hill lake began construction in 1863 and remains the largest earthen dammed lake in the country. The Baltimore Zoo was established in 1876 as a result of people donating various animals to the park. Other amenities at the site include the Baltimore Conservatory and the Palm House. Druid Hill Park is located in northern Baltimore and is bounded by the Jones Falls Expressway (1-83) to the east, Swann Drive and Reisterstown Road to the west, Druid Park, Lake Drive to the south, and Druid Park Drive to the north.

Address
Druid Park Lake Drive
Baltimore Maryland 21217

PHONE: (410) 396-6106
WEBSITE: http://www.ci.baltimore.md.us/government/recnparks/parks.htm

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