Druid Hill Park in Baltimore, Maryland — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
State-of-the-Art in 1876
Historic Maryland Zoo
The Round Cage is the oldest exhibit at the Zoo. It was considered state-of-the-art when it was built in 1876, the same year that the Zoo was founded.
"My first memory—I was about three years old—was of my grandmother pushing me in a baby carriage in the park when we came upon this bear cage. I remember that it had two gray bears in it, medium size. People would throw them peanuts." — recollection of C.C. Jones, born in 1916*
*Mr. Jones shared this memory in 2007 at the age of 91. He had many other stories to tell about the park and its tiny zoo because he had the unique experience of growing up within park limits. His father and older brother both served as "Superintendent of Parks and Squares" for the City of Baltimore. The family lived in the Superintendent's House, located on a parcel of land across Auchentoroly Terrace that was then part of the park. The house and stable have been renovated and are now headquarters for Baltimore's Parks and People Foundation.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Animals • Parks & Recreational Areas. A significant historical year for this entry is 1876.
Location. 39° 19.429′ N, 76° 38.866′ W. Marker is in Baltimore, Maryland. It is in Druid Hill Park. Marker can be reached
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Advancing Education and Animal Welfare (here, next to this marker); Prioritizing Conservation (here, next to this marker); Victorian Cages (a few steps from this marker); Before Lawnmowers (within shouting distance of this marker); The Crane Barn (within shouting distance of this marker); Sea Lions Came First (within shouting distance of this marker); Welcome Back to the Main Valley (within shouting distance of this marker); Polar Bear Zoo (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Baltimore.
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Credits. This page was last revised on January 20, 2023. It was originally submitted on December 27, 2021, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 100 times since then and 17 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on December 27, 2021, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
