Submitted by bravepalmtrees t3_zsrzfa in baltimore

Hey everyone! I'm trying to think of something fun to do with my mom for a Christmas gift!! I was thinking of doing a behind the scenes tour at the maryland Zoo- but to my surprise they didn't offer that!!

So my question is, can anyone think of a fun experience I can take my mom on for a Christmas gift??

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jesslynd_ t1_j19k5x8 wrote

Cooking classes at Schola or Baltimore Chef Shop. Glassblowing classes at McFadden or Corradetti. Woodworking/soap making/basic plumbing(!)/etc. classes at Station North Tool Library. Wine tasting at Union Collective. A promise to rent out a water taxi when the weather is nice and to stock the bar with her favorite drinks. Duckpin bowling before it goes extinct. A day spent bopping around the various museums with you.

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bravepalmtrees OP t1_j1a9pv5 wrote

Thanks so much for the ideas!!! I really appreciate it 💕 these are all really amazing!!

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Cornemuse_Berrichon t1_j19lebw wrote

The National Aquarium is always wonderful!

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FriedScrapple t1_j1a56cn wrote

Seconding an aquarium membership, pays for itself in two visits.

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bravepalmtrees OP t1_j1a9oo8 wrote

Ooohh great idea!! I'll def look into it!

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Cuss10 t1_j1bal8e wrote

They offer some backstage type tours at the Aquarium.

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Mozz2cats t1_j1a7dwi wrote

Tour of the Guinness factory, b and o railroad museum. I like BMA and lunch at Gertrude’s after. Sometimes BMA has artist talks and lectures.

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bravepalmtrees OP t1_j1a9lku wrote

Thanks so much for the ideas!!! I really appreciate it 💕

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wavesmcd t1_j1aloc0 wrote

I think the Walters Art Museum has the coolest stuff. It’s free so you could go there and out for a meal before or after.

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Matt3989 t1_j19usd7 wrote

There are a couple of canned experiences at the zoo (meet the penguins/feed the otters), and you can also schedule private experiences at the Zoo that cater to what you want (usually meant for a larger group than just 2 though).

https://www.marylandzoo.org/visit/zoo-experiences/

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bravepalmtrees OP t1_j1a9mz0 wrote

Cute!!! I think the penguins will definitely be my fall back!!

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artie_effim t1_j1a99em wrote

It's cheap and not impressive as a gift, but the Evergreen Mansion is really cool. Could couple that with dinner at Heritage Smokehouse FTW.

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bravepalmtrees OP t1_j1a9jl1 wrote

WAIT THATS LITERALLY PERFECT!!!! All these ideas have been good but my mom would LOVE THE MANSION I didn't even know that was a thing!!!!!!!!!! Thank you so so much!!!

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Wizardburial_ground t1_j1b9dvz wrote

There are plenty of cool behind the scenes tours at National Aquarium. You could gift a membership and then get 20% off the tour and lots of other perks like a year of free visits. 🐬

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