Maryland has a vibrant arts scene deeply rooted in both historic preservation and contemporary expression.
- **Museums**: The **Baltimore Museum of Art (BMA)** houses the world's largest collection of works by Henri Matisse. The **Walters Art Museum** offers millennia of art from around the globe. - **Performing Arts**: The **Baltimore Symphony Orchestra (BSO)** is a premier ensemble. The Hippodrome Theater in Baltimore brings Broadway productions to the state. - **Education**: The **Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA)** is one of the oldest and most prestigious art and design colleges in the nation. - **Literary Heritage**: Baltimore was the final home of Edgar Allan Poe; his house and grave are significant cultural sites.