National Museum of Dentistry, Baltimore

Name: National Museum of Dentistry
Address: 31 S Greene St, Baltimore, 21201-1504, United States
Telephone: +1 410-706-0600

#82 among attractions in Baltimore

Museum, History museum, Specialty museum

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The Dr. Samuel D. Harris National Museum of Dentistry – located in Baltimore, Maryland, and opened in 1996 – preserves and exhibits the history of dentistry in United States and throughout the world. Situated on the campus of the University of Maryland, Baltimore, home of the nation's first dental school, The Baltimore College of Dental Surgery, it exhibits numerous artifacts concerning dentistry throughout the ages as well as exhibits on oral health and dentistry professionals. Highlights of the collection include George Washington's not-so-wooden dentures, Queen Victoria's dental instruments, and the world's only Tooth Jukebox. ()

Coordinates: 39°17'16"N, 76°37'24"W

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31 S Greene StCentral Baltimore (University of MD at Baltimore)Baltimore 21201-1504 United States

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+1 410-706-0600

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Day trips

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is National Museum of Dentistry open?

National Museum of Dentistry is open:

Monday 9 am - 4 pm
Tuesday 9 am - 4 pm
Wednesday 9 am - 4 pm
Thursday 9 am - 4 pm
Friday 9 am - 4 pm
Saturday closed
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to National Museum of Dentistry?

Nearby attractions include College of Medicine of Maryland, Baltimore (2 min walk), Loft Historic District North, Baltimore (2 min walk), Sonneborn Building, Baltimore (3 min walk), Loft Historic District South, Baltimore (4 min walk).

How to get to National Museum of Dentistry by public transport?

The nearest stations to National Museum of Dentistry:

Bus

Museum of Dentistry • Lines: Orange (1 min walk)
UMMC Southbound • Lines: Orange (1 min walk)

Light rail

Baltimore Arena • Lines: Lr (6 min walk)
Convention Center • Lines: Lr (7 min walk)

Train

Baltimore Camden Station (9 min walk)

Metro

Lexington Market • Lines: M (9 min walk)
Charles Center • Lines: M (13 min walk)