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Peabody Institute of The Johns Hopkins University

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  • 1 East Mount Vernon Place
    Baltimore , MD , United States 21202
  • Category: Attractions & Landmark , Local History & Culture
    Neighborhood: Mt Vernon
  • Phone: +1 410 659 8100
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The Peabody Institute was the first conservatory in the United States. It was founded in 1857 by philanthropist George Peabody and has been part of the Johns Hopkins University since 1977. The institute boasts four concert halls and the Peabody Library and is home to the Peabody Conservatory, John Steven Limited which offers private musical lessons and the Peabody Preparatory, a non-degree program that offers classes for people of all ages. Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Dominick Argento and vocalist/pianist Tori Amos attended the institute. Students, faculty and other performers often stage free public concerts.

  • Admission Charge: Free

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