History of Baltimore, Maryland - Ghosts of Baltimore

Photograph that features a view of Baltimore Street west of Hanover Street on Baltimore before the fire of 1904. Conspicuous landmarks are the Continental Building, now the Mercantile Trust Company, and the business house of Armstrong Cator & Co. west of Charles Street.

A Look Back at Baltimore Street in 1900

Take a look back at Baltimore Street before the fire of 1904 with this old photograph. Conspicuous landmarks include the Continental Building...

Street scene showing Light Street at Lombard Street, Baltimore. Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Company Collection. Baltimore City Life Museum Collection, 8x10 glass, Box 3. Note: Reference photograph.

Comparing Light and Lombard Streets in Baltimore, 1905 and Today

Take a look at the historic intersection of Light and Lombard Streets in Baltimore, Maryland in 1905 and compare it to how it looks today. See...

South Charles Street, looking north, Baltimore. Charles Center area. Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Company Building on left side. Baltimore and Ohio Railroad Company Collection. Baltimore City Life Museum Collection, 8x10 glass, Box 3. Note: Reference photograph.

A Look Back in Time: Charles Street in 1905 and 2015

Take a look back in time to see how the Charles Street area of Baltimore has changed over the years. See the original 1905 view and compare it...

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Unfathomable Truth: Nazi Rally Held at Lehmann Hall in Baltimore (1935)

Discover the unfathomable truth about Baltimore in 1935: Nazi rallies were held at Lehmann Hall, a German movie theater with a bowling alley,...

Civilians and National Guard troops standing on the street of Harford Rd. and Lafayette Ave.

The Baltimore Riot of 1968: What Caused the Unrest after the Death of Martin Luther King Jr.?

After the death of Martin Luther King Jr. on April 4, 1968, Baltimore erupted in rioting that went on for days. Read more to learn what caused...

Uncovering the History of Baltimore’s Women Trolley Conductors During WWII

Uncovering the history of Baltimore’s WWII women trolley conductors. We may never know who the woman in this 1943 photo is, but we can honor...

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B&W photograph of the 2900 block of North Calvert St., Baltimore in snow. Most likely taken during the 1920's or 1930's.

A Rare Look at Baltimore in the 1920s: Snowy Streets of North Calvert

Take a rare look at Baltimore in the 1920s with this amazing black and white photograph of the snow-covered streets of North Calvert Street....

Unearthing a Piece of Baltimore History: A Cool Photo from the 1950s

Take a look at this awesome photo from the 1950s. We discovered it on Flickr and thought it was a great representation of Baltimore history....

Relive Navy's Victory Against Michigan in 1926 with this Old Newspaper Advertisement

Take a trip back in time to October 30th, 1926 when Navy faced off against Michigan in a football game. Check out this old newspaper advertisement...

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Black and White lithograph after William James Bennett Dimensions: 16 ” x 24″ Maker: unrecorded example attributed to William James Bennett (1787 – 1844) Date: Ca.1831

The Mysterious Cavern Discovered in 1838 Near Federal Hill in Baltimore

Take a step back in time and explore the mysterious cavern discovered near Federal Hill in 1838 Baltimore. Learn about the geological character...

The History of Dr. Bull's Cough Syrup and Its Controversial Ingredients

Learn the story behind Dr. Bull's Cough Syrup, its controversial ingredients, and the Baltimore drug manufacturer, August Vogeler, who acquired...

Maryland Casualty clock tower in the distance (1950s)

Exploring the Maryland Casualty Clock Tower in Baltimore

Take a journey back in time to explore the Maryland Casualty Clock Tower in Baltimore. Learn about the history of the tower and the stunning...

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Baltimore Harbor view. Gay Street dock from Federal Hill, Baltimore. Attributed to Henry H. Clark. Full plate daguerreotype. Shows ships Herald and Juniata, Merchant's Exchange building (demolished ca. 1901-1902), and Second Reformed Church.

A Look Back at Baltimore Harbor in the 1840s

Take a look back at the Baltimore Harbor from the 1840s with this amazing view. See the ships, buildings and churches that were around at the...

Reliving the Glory Days: Celebrating the Orioles' 1966 American League Pennant Win

Relive the glory days of the 1966 Baltimore Orioles with a look back at the celebration of their American League Pennant win. See if you can...

Relive the Yankees Vs. Orioles Game from August 25th, 1962

Relive the Yankees vs. Orioles game from August 25th, 1962 with this cool YouTube clip and batting practice film. Check out the box score too!

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Take a Trip to Panama in 1850 for $100 - or $3,000 in Today's Money!

Take a trip to Panama in 1850 for just $100 - or the equivalent of $3,000 in today's money! Read on to find out more about this incredible journey...

St. Mary's Seminary, Mother Seton's House, 600 North Paca Street, Baltimore (1936)

The Transformation of Mother Seton's House at St. Mary's Seminary, Baltimore (1936)

Take a look at an image of Mother Seton's House at St. Mary's Seminary in Baltimore from 1936. See the transformation of this historical landmark...

Looking for a Carriage? Here's an Ad You Would Have Seen in The Baltimore Sun in 1890

Need a carriage from a local Baltimore dealer? Check out this ad for carriages, wagons, etc. that appeared in the Baltimore Sun on December 22nd,...

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