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Eight Sites to See Annapolis as a Pillar of American History
To kick off the country’s 250th year, we put together a history-inspired itinerary for strolling our scenic state capital—from enlightening exhibits to liberty landmarks.
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250 Years Ago: Baltimore’s Untold Role in the Toppling of a King
In Baltimore, women, African Americans, immigrants, exiles, indentured servants, and foreign allies played critical roles in the revolution that reshaped the course of human history.
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On St. Patrick’s Day: Remembering Frederick Douglass’ Exile in Ireland
After escaping slavery in Baltimore, a young Frederick Douglass was transformed by a trip to Ireland.
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Will the Harm from Baltimore’s Highway to Nowhere Ever Be Repaired?
In the late 1960s, Baltimore began demolishing Black neighborhoods to make room for the ill-fated expressway.
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Bob Dylan’s “Lonesome Death of Hattie Carroll” Became a Protest Song of the Civil Rights Era
Sixty years ago, a white Southern Maryland plantation owner struck and killed a Black Baltimore server at a society ball, galvanizing the city and making national headlines.
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Visit Middletown, Maryland
History and charm meet right around the corner in Frederick County.
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The Bold and the Brilliant: Six Baltimoreans Who Changed Everything
The impacts of these once-in-a-lifetime trailblazers have been felt well beyond the city.
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Keith Davis Jr. Released; New City State’s Attorney Drops Charges With Fifth Murder Trial Looming
Recently elected Baltimore City State’s Attorney Ivan Bates dismisses murder charges in controversial, long-running case.
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Recalling the “Lost” Irish Quarry Town of Texas in Baltimore County
St. Joseph’s Roman Catholic Church in Cockeysville was constructed between 1850-1852 by the Irish arrivals.
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This Land Was Their Land: Baltimore’s Lumbee Indians Claim Their History
Thousands of Lumbee Indians migrated to Upper Fells Point after World War II. Decades later, members of the tribe are claiming their history.
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Camp Directory
A comprehensive resource guide including a list of camp experiences, from sports to academic to religious, in the Baltimore area.
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Wes Moore to Become Maryland’s First Black Governor
Maryland makes sweeping history with statewide elections of Moore, attorney general-elect Anthony Brown, and comptroller-elect Brooke Lierman.
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GameChanger: Kelly Madigan
We catch up with Baltimore County's first-ever inspector general.
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Art Space: MPT Documentaries Explore the Lives of Maryland’s Most Famous Abolitionists
Airing on PBS, the two films provide in-depth looks at how Harriet Tubman and Frederick Douglass pursued equality for all.
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Now That Adnan Syed Has Won His Release, What Comes Next?
The first-degree murder conviction in the high-profile case—documented in the first season of 'Serial'—was vacated Monday in light of newly acquired evidence not previously turned over to defense attorneys.
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With Judge Closing on 60 Home Runs, Recalling When Maris Chased Ruth’s Mark in Baltimore
With the American League’s best pitching staff, the 1961 “Baby Birds” proved an obstacle in Maris’ pursuit of Baltimore-born “Babe."
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Photo Essay: SHAN Wallace Captures the Lexington Market of Her Lifetime
In the wake of the market's large-scale renovation, Wallace’s poignant portraits—so full of energy and everyday connection—serve as a time capsule to the Lexington that once was.
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After 45 Years, SCOTUS Sketch Artist Art Lien Sets Down His Pencils and Watercolors
The Supreme Court is one place cameras are still not allowed.
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Local Collector Captures Thomas Edison’s Luminous History
Chad Shapiro's treasure trove includes more than 400 historic lightbulbs, one of the first meters used to calculate the use of electrical power, and several handwritten letters by the famous inventor.
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Early Primary Results: Cox Takes GOP Nom for Governor; Lierman Wins Dem Comptroller Bid
With mail-ballots still to be counted, Wes Moore up in Democratic governor’s race; Ivan Bates leads Marilyn Mosby in City State’s Attorney’s election.
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Though the Exterior of The Peale is Relatively Modest, The Story Inside Is Anything But
Shuttered for much of the past quarter century, the museum officially reopens (again) on August 13 following a $5.5-million overhaul.
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At 57, East Baltimore’s Muggsy Bogues is Still Larger Than Life
Former NBA star's new memoir recounts relationships with family, mentors, and his fellow Dunbar Poets.
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‘The Wire’ 20 Years Later: How Does “The Greatest Television Show Ever” Hold Up?
When the show ended its run, David Simon said he wanted his portrayal of Baltimore judged against the future.
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The Maryland Center for History and Culture Holds a Treasure Trove of Historic Style
The museum's Fashion Archives include more than 15,000 items spanning four centuries.
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‘We Own This City’: David Simon and HBO Bring Baltimore’s Corrupt Gun Trace Task Force to Television
We chat with author and crime reporter Justin Fenton about watching his book get remade for TV.
