POSTCARD: Baltimore’s waterfront, year unknown. According to the Maryland Center for History and Culture, the “Louise” was “a sidewheel passenger steamboat that operated on the Chesapeake Bay by the Tolchester Steamboat Company. Acquired in 1882 and active for 40 years, the boat operated from Pier 15 at Light Street in Baltimore, Maryland, and had a capacity of 2,500 passengers.”
PRESERVATION: Baltimore City Historical Society promotes the study, presentation, and appreciation of history of our city. We work with Baltimore historians to sponsor programs on city history and help museums and universities support their collections of historical documents, records, and artifacts.
EDUCATION: We’re dedicated to helping residents and visitors learn about our city’s defining moments – and understand Baltimore’s historical and cultural significance. We encourage everyone to take a closer look at the familiar historic sites, notable people, and diverse neighborhoods that are part of everyday life in Baltimore.
COMMUNITY: Our website, events, archives, and social media create a gathering place for those who want to explore and celebrate Baltimore’s rich history and cultural heritage. And we invite everyone to share stories, ask questions, or offer insights by contacting us here.
