Basilica of the Assumption, Baltimore, Maryland
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The Basilica of the Assumption, also known as the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, has been a pilgrimage destination for decades. The newly renovated (in 2006) church hosts concerts, lectures and masses for both locals and visitors. A visit to this beautiful building is really worth your time, even if you are not the church-goer type.
Address:
W Mulberry St & Cathedral St, Baltimore, MD 21201, USA
Price:
Free admission.
Opening Hours:
Open from 7:00-16:30 on weekdays and until 17:30 on weekends.
On the web:
http://www.baltimorebasilica.org/

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