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.
National Museum of Dentistry at a Glance#
Address: National Museum of Dentistry, 31 S Greene St, Baltimore, MD, USA
Website: https://www.museumofdentistry.org
Admission: Free
About National Museum of Dentistry#
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.
| Month | Comfort | Temp | Feels | Rain | Sky | Humidity | Wind | UV | Daylight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | - | -4° - 5° | -3° | 86 mm | - | - | 4.0 m/s | - | - |
| February | - | -2° - 7° | -1° | 75 mm | - | - | 4.1 m/s | - | - |
| March | - | 2° - 12° | 4° | 100 mm | - | - | 4.5 m/s | - | - |
| April | - | 7° - 19° | 13° | 84 mm | - | - | 4.4 m/s | - | - |
| May | - | 13° - 24° | 19° | 108 mm | - | - | 3.7 m/s | - | - |
| June | - | 18° - 29° | 23° | 92 mm | - | - | 3.5 m/s | - | - |
| July | - | 21° - 31° | 26° | 101 mm | - | - | 3.1 m/s | - | - |
| August | - | 20° - 30° | 25° | 102 mm | - | - | 3.0 m/s | - | - |
| September | - | 16° - 27° | 21° | 101 mm | - | - | 3.2 m/s | - | - |
| October | - | 9° - 20° | 15° | 81 mm | - | - | 3.3 m/s | - | - |
| November | - | 4° - 14° | 7° | 90 mm | - | - | 3.7 m/s | - | - |
| December | - | -1° - 8° | 0° | 91 mm | - | - | 3.8 m/s | - | - |
