Uncover Black history at Frederick Douglass- Isaac Myers Maritime Park
Among the city’ s earliest waterfront industrial buildings, this museum and national heritage site honors the many— yet often untold— contributions of African Americans to Baltimore’ s maritime industry. You’ ll get to know two prominent leaders, Frederick Douglass and Isaac Myers, whose remarkable legacies were intertwined with Baltimore’ s waterfront trade.
Meet local producers at the Fell’ s Point Farmers Market
Arrive hungry and ready to explore one of Baltimore’ s longstanding Saturday traditions, dating back to the 18th century. The original stall numbers for this waterfront market are still visible on the sidewalks of Broadway Square. Its prime location is easily accessible by foot, bike, car or even Water Taxi. Sample local flavors and shop handcrafted souvenirs from our talented makers.
Learn about Charm City onboard the Water Taxi
For more than five decades, the Baltimore Water Taxi has offered residents and visitors an easy and scenic way to experience the city and connect with local businesses. Local partners like beloved bookstore Greedy Reads host Sunset Cruise & Book Swaps throughout the summer, while Baltimore Heritage connects the city’ s past and present on its popular Baltimore by Boat tours.
Discover your new favorite musician at WTMD’ s First Thursday Festival
Now in its 21st season, the First Thursday Festival, hosted by WTMD, brings an eclectic mix of artists to Canton Waterfront Park from June through September, along with local food and drinks. The festival features a variety of genres, with past performers including psych-rock and soul band Brandi & the Alexanders and Baltimore’ s own Dan Deacon.
Unwind and soak up the sun in Point Park
Tucked away at the tip of one of Baltimore ' s newest neighborhoods, Harbor Point, Point Park offers both refreshing green space and unparalleled views of Baltimore’ s Inner Harbor and the Domino Sugars sign. Several gateways around the park are etched with directional signage in traditional Algonquin languages to honor the indigenous groups that once inhabited the land. Stroll or bike along its pathways, settle in with a book on the modern benches or simply enjoy a quiet moment by the water.
Savor fresh Chesapeake Bay seafood
No trip to Charm City is complete without a seafood feast, and there are several waterfront spots to satisfy your hunger while you’ re out exploring. Enjoy the panoramic views from the Rusty Scupper, located near the Maryland Science Center, or relax on Phillips Seafood’ s laid-back crab deck. If you have more time, venture over to Nick’ s Fish House at the Baltimore Peninsula for fresh steamed crabs and some of the best orange crushes in the city. VB
LEE MORTON
FORT MCHENRY NATIONAL MONUMENT AND HISTORIC SHRINE, LOCUST POINT