National Museum of Dentistry
Museum Museum documenting dental history and oral health artifacts
Attached to the University of Maryland in Baltimore, the National Museum of Dentistry displays historical dental tools, prosthetics and exhibits on oral-health history for students and the public.
The National Museum of Dentistry is a specialized museum in Baltimore, Maryland, focused on the history and practice of dentistry. It is located on the campus of the University of Maryland dental school.
Exhibits cover dental instruments, technologies and the social history of oral health, with examples of historic instruments and educational displays about dental care. The museum serves both public visitors and educational groups.
The collection developed from the dental school’s historical holdings and became organized as a museum to preserve and interpret the history of dentistry in the United States.
Located in Baltimore on the University of Maryland, Baltimore campus, adjacent to the university’s dental education facilities.
Tips for Visiting National Museum of Dentistry #
- Plan to visit mid-morning on a weekday when University of Maryland staff are on hand and crowds are lighter-this small museum is easiest to browse outside peak hours.
- Check the museum's website or call ahead for special exhibits, tours, or educational programs; timed demonstrations and rotating displays are the aspects many visitors overlook.
- Pair the visit with nearby Mount Vernon cultural sites to make the short walk between museums worthwhile-this museum is compact and best enjoyed as part of a shorter cultural loop.
Best Time to Visit National Museum of Dentistry #
For the National Museum of Dentistry, plan weekday morning visits for smaller crowds and easier access to exhibits.
Weather & Climate near National Museum of Dentistry #
National Museum of Dentistry's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -4°C to 31°C. Abundant rainfall (1111 mm/year), wettest in May, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 5°C and lows of -4°C. Regular rainfall (86 mm).
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February
February is cold with highs of 7°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (75 mm).
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March
March is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (100 mm).
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April
April is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 7°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm).
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May
May is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 13°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (108 mm).
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June
June is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 18°C. Regular rainfall (92 mm).
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 21°C. Significant rainfall (101 mm).
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August
August is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (102 mm).
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September
September is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 16°C. Significant rainfall (101 mm).
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October
October is cool with highs of 20°C and lows of 9°C. Regular rainfall (81 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 14°C and lows of 4°C. Regular rainfall (90 mm).
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December
December is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -1°C. Regular rainfall (91 mm).
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