Practical note
The site is accessible in public space. Respect private property and residents.Monument Baltimore / US seit 1906
Richard Wagner Bust in Druid Hill Park
The bust documents Baltimore’s strong organised Wagner enthusiasm around 1900.
Image credit
Bryson Dudley / Monument City / Baltimore Heritage, CC BY 4.0 · Explore Baltimore Heritage ↗︎01 / Why this place matters
Afterlife
Unveiled in 1906, the bust grew from Baltimore’s organised enthusiasm for Wagner and placed European composer commemoration in an American city park. It documents the active role of local music societies in Wagner’s international reception.
02 / Plan the visit
Baltimore
Always verify opening hours, tickets and accessibility directly with the operator.- Relevant years
- seit 1906
- Type
- Monument
- Story
- Afterlife
- Status
- Outdoor site
- Address
- Druid Hill Park, Baltimore, Maryland
04 / Sources and further reading
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