History of Baltimore, Maryland - Ghosts of Baltimore

Historic American Buildings Survey, From an old photo, DISTANT VIEW (Left to right, Church at Calvert and Pleasant Streets and First Unitarian Church, Charles and Franklin Streets) - Washington Monument, Mount Vernon Place & Washington, Baltimore, Independent City, MD

Exploring a Fascinating Snapshot from the Historic American Buildings Survey: The Washington Monument and Two Historic Churches in Baltimore

Explore a fascinating snapshot from the Historic American Buildings Survey, featuring the Washington Monument and two historic churches in Baltimore....

A Glimpse Into the Past: Payday for the Stevedores in Baltimore, 1905

Take a look back in time to Baltimore, Maryland in 1905. This incredible photograph shows a group of men lining up for payday on the waterfront....

Exploring Baltimore's Streetcars Through a Collection of Photos Before JFK's Assassination

Take a look back into Baltimore's past with a series of photos showing the city's old streetcars. This collection was taken just a few weeks...

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An aerial view of what is now considered the Inner Harbor shot October 20, 1948. (Robert F. Kniesche/Baltimore Sun)

A Stunning Photo of Baltimore Harbor in 1948: Capturing the City's Busy Port and Maritime Culture

This stunning photo captures Baltimore Harbor in the fall of 1948, showcasing the city's bustling port and maritime culture. The harbor is filled...

Babe Ruth's Uncle Killed His Father

Did you know that Babe Ruth's uncle killed his father George Herman Ruth, Sr?

Former Oriole Convicted of Double Homicide

Do you know the story of a former Baltimore Oriole who was tried and convicted of a double murder?

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Explore Baltimore's Streetcars in 1915 Through Digital Maryland's Collection

Take a journey back in time and explore Baltimore's streetcars in 1915 with Digital Maryland's amazing collection of historical photos and manuscripts....

Exploring Baltimore History with a 1910s Photo of the Homewood Apartment Building

Take a journey through Baltimore history by exploring a 1910s photo of the Homewood Apartment Building. Then see how it looks today on Google...

Baltimore & Ohio Railroad, Camden Station, South side of Camden Street between Eutaw & Howard Streets, Baltimore, Independent City, MD

Exploring the Mystery of a 1970s Photo Near Camden Yards

Take a journey with us as we explore the mystery of a 1970s photo taken near Camden Yards. Can you help us figure out the perspective? Join us...

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This unique photo was taken by my friend Ernie Baltimore, MD. LAST OUT of the 1966 World Series Orioles-Dodgers. Memorial Stadium.

Revisiting the 1966 World Series: A Bird's-Eye View of Memorial Stadium

Take a look back at the Orioles' 1966 World Series victory with this unique photo taken from above Memorial Stadium. See the momentous scene...

Take a Look at Baltimore in 1940: 200 Block of S. Caroline St.

Take a look at what Baltimore looked like in 1940 with this photo of the 200 block of S. Caroline St. north of Gough and south of E. Pratt. Compare...

Fort Federal Hill in Baltimore. Composite of four views - from the east, interior, from the south, and from the west. (1862)

Exploring Fort Federal Hill Through an 1862 Print

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...

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A Look Back at Al Packer's Ford Dealership in 1964

Take a look back in time at Al Packer's Ford Dealership in 1964. Founded in 1914, the company still exists today with a location in White Marsh....

Biddle Alley, ca. 1911. Baltimore, Maryland. Subject Vertical File, Baltimore City, Streets. Featured in Housing Conditions in Baltimore: Report of a Special Committee of the Association for the Improvement of the Condition of the Poor and the Charity Organization Society, Submitting Results of an Investigation by Janet E. Kemp

Explore Baltimore's History With This Great 1911 Photo from the Maryland Historical Society

Visit the Maryland Historical Society to explore Baltimore's history with this great 1911 photo of Biddle Alley. Donate to help support preserving...

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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Exploring the 1795 Map of Maryland

Explore a rare look at history with this 1795 map of Maryland. Learn more about cities, towns, and public buildings of the time and click on...

Exploring the Fascinating Civil War Map of Camp Patterson Park

Take a journey back in time and explore a fascinating Civil War map of Camp Patterson Park. Discover a directory of soldiers and learn more about...

Exploring Baltimore's History: A Look at the 1896 Map of Reservoir Hill, Penn North, Bolton Hill, and Druid Heights

Discover the history of Baltimore's Reservoir Hill, Penn North, Bolton Hill, and Druid Heights neighborhoods through the lens of a 1896 map....

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