The Atlas Obscura Guide To Laurel

3 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Laurel, Maryland

Updated September 27, 2017

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Laurel, Maryland

Laurel Dinosaur Park

This dig site outside D.C. is known for its exceptionally high density of baby dinosaur fossils and dinosaur eggs.

Laurel, Maryland

On the Brink

A haunting exhibit in a wildlife refuge center highlights threatened species and the conservation efforts needed to save them.

Laurel, Maryland

Forest Haven Asylum

This abandoned asylum was once a state of the art facility before devolving into one of the most deadly mental institutions in American history.

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Fort Meade, Maryland

National Cryptologic Museum

A priceless collection of the Nation's cryptologic history.

4 miles from Laurel

The original “flame of knowledge” that once graced the Library of Congress and was replaced with facsimile in 1996.

Fort Meade, Maryland

Architect of the Capitol Archival Warehouse

A remote horde of architectural treasures fit for Indiana Jones.

6 miles from Laurel

Beltsville, Maryland

Smokey Bear Archive

The Forest Service's surprisingly sophisticated collection of wildfire prevention art features America's most beloved bear.

6 miles from Laurel

College Park, Maryland

Pinball Parlor at MOM's Organic Market

Two dozen pinball games hidden away inside a most unlikely location.

6 miles from Laurel

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The Atlas Obscura Guide To Laurel

3 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Laurel, Maryland

Updated September 27, 2017

Unusual Attractions in Laurel

Laurel, Maryland

Laurel Dinosaur Park

Laurel, Maryland

On the Brink

Laurel, Maryland

Forest Haven Asylum

Fort Meade, Maryland

National Cryptologic Museum

Fort Meade, Maryland

Architect of the Capitol Archival Warehouse

Beltsville, Maryland

Smokey Bear Archive

College Park, Maryland

Pinball Parlor at MOM's Organic Market

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