History of Baltimore, Maryland - Ghosts of Baltimore

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...

The Gentleman's Quest for Love: A Look at a Mid-19th Century Ad for a Wife

This mid-19th century ad for a wife reflects the social norms and customs of the time. It serves as a reminder of the ways in which social norms...

1920 view of Baltimore Harbor from the air

Capturing History from Above: The Magnificent Baltimore Harbor in 1920

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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A Glimpse into Baltimore's Past: Outdoor Stalls on Eutaw St. at Marion in the 1920s

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...

A Fascinating Look at a Class of Young Boys from The Boys' Latin School of Maryland

Take a look at this amazing old photo showing a class of young boys from The Boys' Latin School of Maryland. Fascinating to think what lives...

1853 Towson Town Plan

Map dated Dec. 14, 1853 which shows proposed lots for a courthouse, jail and alms house in Towson Town, Md., if it is chosen as the county seat...

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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...

In October of 1963 Number 8 street cars still were a familiar sight in Towson. But soon they would be replaced by buses. (Robert F. Kniesche/Baltimore Sun)

A Look Back at the Old Streetcars of Towson, Maryland in October of 1963

Take a visual trip back to October 1963 in Towson, Maryland, to witness the old streetcars running through the city before President Kennedy's...

B&W photograph of the tip-off to a basketball game played as part of National Youth Administration recreation program, Baltimore, ca. 1935.

A Visual Story of Regular Life in Baltimore: A Group of Young Men Getting Ready for Tip-Off in a Basketball Game in 1935

Get a glimpse of regular life in Baltimore in 1935 with this photo of a group of young men getting ready for tip-off in a basketball game. See...

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Looking north from Washington Monument, Baltimore, Md

Admiring the View from the Washington Monument in Baltimore

Explore this stunning vista from the top of the Washington Monument in Baltimore. Marvel at the architectural beauty surrounding the city! #visitbaltimore...

Glover Street, 500 Block South, ca. 1930.

Get a Glimpse of the Past: Looking Down the 500 Block of S. Glover St. Around 1930

Get a glimpse of the past on S. Glover St. around 1930 with a photo of the 500 block. Even better - the homes are still there, only with different...

The Tragic Story of Thomas Hance and His Wife Annie E. Hance

This is the tragic story of Thomas Hance and his wife Annie E. Hance, as reported in The Baltimore Sun in 1885. Read on to find out what happened...

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Perspective map not drawn to scale. "Copyright ... Spofford & Hughes, New York." LC Panoramic maps (2nd ed.), 255 Available also through the Library of Congress Web site as a raster image. " ... sketched in pencil ... in the Fall of 1911." map 43 x 77 cm.

Exploring Baltimore's History Through an Incredible Image at the Library of Congress

Take a journey through Baltimore's history with this incredible image from the Library of Congress. We explore the origins of this image and...

Champion Orioles of 1894 Lying on the ground are: John McGraw and Willie Keeler. Front row: "Kid" Bill Gleason, Joe Kelly, Ned Hanlon, Wilbert Robinson, Bill Hoffer, and Hughie Jennings. Second row: Walter Brody, Henry Reitz, John McMahon, Frank Bowerman, and Artie Pool. Third row: Arthur Clarkson, George Hemming, George Carey and Bill Clark.

The Orioles and Baseball Go Back a Long Way: Celebrating the 1894 Pennant Race in Baltimore

Join us in celebrating the 1894 Baltimore Orioles pennant race! We take a look back at the wild celebrations that followed the Orioles' success...

A Look Into the Past: Exploring the Naval Academy Campus in 1924

Dive into the past with this amazing map of the Naval Academy campus in 1924. Take a look into history and explore the campus of the United States...

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Exploring the 1732 Map of Maryland and Neighboring States by Lord Baltimore

Take a look at this 1732 map of Maryland and neighboring states by the namesake of Charm City, Lord Baltimore. Learn more about this important...

Revisiting Memorial Stadium: A Collection of Photos from its Waning Days

Take a look back at Baltimore's beloved Memorial Stadium with this collection of photos from its waning days. See the lockers of Jim Palmer and...

Exploring the Province of Maryland in 1780 on an Old Map

Take a journey back to 1780 and explore the Province of Maryland on an old map. See the historical boundaries before Washington, D.C. was established...

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