Learn a New Skill
Book a private cooking class at Baltimore Chef Shop ( BaltimoreChefShop . com ) in Hampden . Two different kitchens can hold up to 10 or 16 people for an ideal teambuilding exercise . Choose from any of the lessons available at the shop , such as making sushi , classic French desserts or Moroccan cuisine , and work together with your group to complete every step of the process .
Practice Improv
Want your group to practice on-thefly creative thinking and improve communication skills ? Book a team workshop session with the Baltimore Improv Group ( BIGImprov . org ), a nonprofit that teaches improvisational games , exercises and performances . The group offers corporate workshops that include introductory improvisation techniques and emphasize communication , trust , collaboration and creativity through spontaneous storytelling practice .
Give Back with an Art- Focused Service Project
If you ’ re interested in combining a creative experience with volunteer service , arrange for a group activity with the nonprofit organization Art with a Heart ( ArtWithAHeart . net ), which provides visual arts classes to underserved Baltimore communities . No artistic skills required , but volunteers may participate in preparing materials for arts classes , working on public art projects , or creating art pieces to sell in the organization ’ s retail store .
Get a Glimpse of the Globe Poster Archive
Known for its work featuring musical legends like James Brown , Tina Turner , Billie Holiday and B . B . King , the Baltimore-based Globe Poster Printing Corporation ( GlobeAtMICA . com ) was once one of the nation ’ s most prominent poster printers for music and entertainment venues . Today , the working collection is available for viewing at the Maryland Institute College of Art , where printing continues . Tours are available for groups under 20 people . You can also book a private session on how to set wood type for a poster ( available for up to 15 people ) or bring the Globe to your event . The studio can provide rubber stamps and imagery to let guests print their own Globe-style posters or coasters .
Take a Scavenger Hunt
Send your team on an app-led outdoor scavenger hunt that ’ ll introduce them to Baltimore in totally new ways , from exploring the city ’ s significant buildings to learning important history . They ’ ll work together to solve riddles and find the hunt ’ s answers . Several companies offer these versatile adventures — try Let ’ s Roam ( LetsRoam . com ), Urban Adventure Quest ( UrbanAdventureQuest . com ) or City Hunt ( CityHunt . com ).
Put Your Team to the Test with an Escape Room Challenge
At the Inner Harbor ’ s Charm City Clue Room ( CharmCityClueRoom . com ), groups of up to 40 people get an hour to decode the necessary clues that ’ ll let them escape one of four Baltimore-themed rooms . A fun-filled experience , this is a popular activity that combines elements of problem solving , collaboration and communication .
Go Duckpin Bowling
The birthplace of duckpin bowling may be up for debate , but legend has it that it was invented in the early 1900s by two Baltimore baseball players . Today , Charm City is home to the nation ’ s oldest duckpin center , Patterson Bowling Center ( PattersonBowlingCenter . com ), which has been in business for more than 90 years . Over in Little Italy , Mustang Alley ’ s ( MustangAlleys . com ) offers four duckpin lanes among its 12 , all in a modern setting with upscale food .
Get Personalized Tips and Tricks
Have the lesson come to you with TALLsmall Productions ( TallSmall Productions . org ), a husband-andwife duo that shakes up traditional business advice . Rebecca and Keith teach new ways to communicate and develop relationships with real-time demonstrations during private workshops . VB
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