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Rawlings Today
By the People, for the People
Explore Baltimore's Spring Highlights
From historic libraries to blooming gardens, this city has plenty to discover this season.
Mar. 16, 2026 at 9:35pm
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A Loyola University student shares her top picks for fun and unique activities to enjoy in Baltimore this spring, including visiting the charming Hampden neighborhood, the stunning Peabody Library, the Rawlings Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, the tulip-filled Sherwood Gardens, and the Streetcar Museum.
Why it matters
As a student who has spent several years in Baltimore, the author is making a concerted effort to explore more of the city's hidden gems and lesser-known attractions, encouraging others to do the same and appreciate all that the city has to offer, especially during the vibrant spring season.
The details
The author highlights five main activities to experience in Baltimore this spring: strolling through the shops and cafes of the Hampden neighborhood, admiring the architectural beauty of the Peabody Library, enjoying the natural splendor of the Rawlings Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, taking in the sea of tulips at Sherwood Gardens, and learning about Baltimore's transportation history at the Streetcar Museum. While the author has already visited some of these spots, others will be new discoveries as she aims to be more intentional about exploring her city.
- The author spent last semester abroad in Paris, where she made it a goal to discover new parts of the city at least twice a week.
- Now that spring has arrived in Baltimore, the author is excited to put that same mindset into practice and finally check off some of the city's top attractions that she's been meaning to visit for years.
The players
Colleen Minnaugh
A student at Loyola University in Baltimore who is on a mission to explore more of her city this spring after spending time abroad.
What they’re saying
“Over the past few years that I have spent in Baltimore, whilst studying at Loyola University, I have done an embarrassingly low amount of exploring my city.”
— Colleen Minnaugh, Loyola University Student
“Last semester, while I was abroad in Paris, I made it a goal to go to a new part of the city at least twice a week to explore and see things I normally would not think of doing.”
— Colleen Minnaugh, Loyola University Student
What’s next
The author plans to continue her exploration of Baltimore's hidden gems, taking advantage of any free time in her schedule as a full-time student to visit places like the Peabody Library, which is closed on weekends.
The takeaway
By making a conscious effort to discover new parts of the city, the author has found a renewed appreciation for Baltimore and encourages others to do the same, especially during the vibrant spring season when the city's natural beauty and unique attractions are on full display.
