Phoenix Shot Tower

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Top 5% of attractions in Baltimore
7 / 10

4 expert reviews

“Take a tour of this bullet-producing site on the grounds of the Carroll Mansion, former residence of Charles Carroll, who signed the Declaration of Independence. ”

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Fodor's Fodor's
"The only remaining tower of three of this type that once existed in Baltimore, this brick structure was used to make shot pellets by pouring molten lead from the top." Full review
Atlas Obscura Atlas Obscura
"Once America's tallest structure, now a Baltimore landmark. " Full review
Frommer's Frommer's
"Open only by appointment for a 10:30am tour on Saturday or Sunday. Call 2 weeks in advance. Inside the 1828 tower, shot was made by dropping lead down the shaft." Full review