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This photograph taken by Arthur Siegel in May 1943 captures a moment in time at the Bethlehem-Fairfield Shipyards in Baltimore, Maryland. It...
An aerial view of what is now considered the Inner Harbor shot October 20, 1948. (Robert F. Kniesche/Baltimore Sun)
This stunning photo captures Baltimore Harbor in the fall of 1948, showcasing the city's bustling port and maritime culture. The harbor is filled...
1920 view of Baltimore Harbor from the air
This blog post explores an aerial photograph of Baltimore Harbor taken in 1920 by Captain Albert William Stevens of the US Army Air Corps. The...
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View of the corner of Baltimore and Liberty Streets. It was named McLane Place for Robert McClane, who was mayor of Baltimore at the time of great 1904 fire, and subsequently committed suicide. The name change did not last, and the location is now the crossing of Baltimore and Liberty Streets again. The monument to the left is that of John Mifflin Hood (1843-1906), a lieutenant in the Confederate Army, later president of Western Maryland Railroad (1874-1902). The sculpture was relocated to Preston Gardens in 1963. The store on the right is Baltimore Bargain House (later American Wholesale Corporation), a firm established by Jacob Epstein (1864-1945). Also in view is an early billboard advertisement boasting, "Pays to advertise with electric signs. Get yours now."
Take a look at this great postcard of the corner of Baltimore and Liberty Streets, known then as McLane Place and named for Robert McLane, who...
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Step back in time to the bustling streets of 1920s Baltimore with a captivating photo of outdoor stalls on Eutaw St. at Marion. Explore the vibrant...
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Explore the history of Baltimore with this beautiful 1804 map. Learn more about the city's past and discover the many places that have changed...
Baltimore's downtown week in 1948
Take a look back at Baltimore's Downtown Week in 1948, a program spurred on by Mayor Thomas D'Alesandro -- also known as the father of former...
Oyster luggers at the docks, Baltimore, MD
Welcome the New Year with a beautiful old Baltimore photo of oyster luggers at the docks. Captured in the early 1900s, this image is the perfect...
Photo shows cafe at 626 E. Baltimore Street and store at 628 E. Baltimore Street (Source: Baltimore Sun, Nov. 27, 1939, p. 14)
See a cool old photo of Baltimore Street in 1939 and compare it to what the same street looks like today! Check out the photo of A. Pollack's...
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The Backus Motor Co. Welcome Wagon. I’m assuming that this represents the Backus Water Motor Co. but I’m not sure. I also believe that this is in Baltimore given the plates on the cars are from Maryland.
Join the mystery and uncover the origins of the Backus Motor Co. Welcome Wagon, a photo taken in the early 1930s and assumed to be from Baltimore....
Harry S Truman addressing the crowd at a train stop in Baltimore in June of 1948. (Robert F. Kniesche/Baltimore Sun)
We came across a great photo of President Truman on a train in Baltimore, so we did a little digging. Here's the article that we dug up in The...
The Democratic advocate., October 05, 1917, Maryland Industrial Progress
Take a journey back in time and explore Baltimore's industrial past with this fascinating 100-year-old map. Click on it for more details and...
Baltimore Riot 1968 Bentalou St. at Edmonson
This photo shows the devastation of Baltimore after the 1968 riots, which had a major impact on the city and the country. See the same intersection...
Fort Federal Hill in Baltimore. Composite of four views - from the east, interior, from the south, and from the west. (1862)
Take a journey back to 1862 with this print of Fort Federal Hill during the Civil War. See the east, interior, south, and west views of the fort...
"Row houses, Baltimore, June 1940." Medium format safety negative by Jack Delano for the Farm Security Administration
Relive the 1940s in Baltimore with this beautiful photo of row houses on Washington Blvd. and Bayard St. See what the same spot looks like today...
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Notre Dame Academy
Take a rare look at Notre Dame Academy in the late 19th century, as captured by Frances Benjamin Johnston in a stunning photograph. See the amazing...
Bullets v. Capitals box score
On November 19th, 1944, the Baltimore Bullets basketball team beat the Washington Capitals 33-32 in a closely-contested game. Read more about...
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Learn about the fascinating history behind the street names of Baltimore in this old article from 1914. From King George to Lord Baltimore, find...
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