Uncover the evolution of the detective story
Follow the clues to learn about Baltimore crime fiction writers Edgar Allen Poe, Dashiell Hammett, David Simon, and Laura Lippman and solve the case.
* Subject to change.
Itinerary*
Day 1 (Saturday)
10 am – Meet Edgar Allan Poe with a tour of his family home in Baltimore.
Note: The Poe house is not accessible and there is no bathroom.
11: 30 – Find out the sordid story of Poe’s demise and visit his final resting spot.
12:30 – Taste a Baltimore Crab Cake at Faidleys in Lexington Market.
2 p.m. Tour the Enoch Pratt Library and see some of their special Poe collections.
3:30 – Free time – with recommendations for things to do.
6 p.m. – Gather in downtown Baltimore to learn about the hard boiled detective genre.
6: 30 p.m. – Enjoy dinner at the Meander Art Bar with a special activity.
Day 2 (Sunday)
Sleep in or get in an early morning activity on your own.
11:30 – Start the day with brunch at the Ivy Bookshop where we’ll hear from a local author/expert and have time for book shopping.
1:45 p.m. A quick trip to Hampden for shopping, ice cream, or to soak in some Baltimore flavor.
4:00 p.m. – Enjoy some harbor breezes on a water taxi to Fells Point.
4:45 – Gather at Historic Thames street to see filming locations of Homicide: Life on the Streets.
5 p.m. – We’ll head to Annabelle Lee Tavern for Dinner and Book Club.
Book of the Trip
Lippman debut’s her investigative report meets private eye Tess Monaghan in this whodunit. Follow Tess around Baltimore in pursuit of the true killer.
Pricing & Details
July 25 & 26 | Aug. 8 & 9
Promotions
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20% off for the first four guests using code RAVEN1
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10% off for the next four guests using code RAVEN2
What's Included
- Tickets for the tours
- Transportation throughout the city during the trip
- Meals: Two dinners, One Brunch
- Activity fees
- Guest speakers
- A collection of themed books and local treats
What's Not Included
- Accommodations – This is to give you flexibility to stay at a hotel of your choosing, especially if you want to stay extra days. If you’d like help booking please let us know.
- Transportation outside of Baltimore City.
- Lunch on Saturday.
- Alcoholic beverages.
