History of Baltimore in Timeline
Baltimore is the most populous city in Maryland and the 30th most populous city in the United States. With a population of approximately 568,271 in 2024, it anchors the Baltimore metropolitan area of 2.86 million residents, the 22nd-largest in the nation. It's also a key component of the Washington-Baltimore combined statistical area with almost 10 million residents. Designated an independent city in 1851, Baltimore is not part of any county, but it is a part of the Central Maryland region along with the county that shares its name.
1901: Baltimore Orioles in the American League
In 1901, the Baltimore Orioles played in the American League as one of the eight inaugural franchises.
1902: Baltimore Orioles in the American League
In 1902, the Baltimore Orioles played in the American League.
1903: Orioles Move to New York
In 1903, the Baltimore Orioles moved to New York City and were renamed the New York Highlanders, later becoming the New York Yankees.
February 7, 1904: The Great Baltimore Fire
On February 7, 1904, the Great Baltimore Fire destroyed over 1,500 buildings in 30 hours, burning more than 70 blocks of the downtown area, with damages estimated at $150 million in 1904 dollars.
December 20, 1910: Baltimore Segregation Ordinance Passed
On December 20, 1910, the Baltimore Council passed an ordinance, signed by Mayor J. Barry Mahool, to bar African-Americans from moving into the Eutaw Place neighborhood, becoming the first segregation ordinance of its kind in the United States.
1912: Democratic National Convention Hosted
In 1912, Baltimore hosted the Democratic National Convention.
1913: Immigration stopped due to WWI
By 1913, World War I closed off the flow of immigrants to Baltimore.
1913: Guilford neighborhood established
In 1913, the Guilford neighborhood was established in North Baltimore.
1914: Babe Ruth with Baltimore Orioles
In 1914, Babe Ruth played for the minor league Baltimore Orioles team.
1915: Richmond Climbers
In 1915, the Baltimore Orioles played one season as the Richmond Climbers.
1916: Baltimore Symphony Orchestra Founded
In 1916, the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra was founded as a publicly funded municipal organization.
1917: US Supreme Court Ruled Against Segregation Ordinances
In 1917, the US Supreme Court ruled against segregation ordinances in Buchanan v. Warley.
1918: City Annexation
In 1918, the city expanded its area by annexing new suburbs from the surrounding counties, including portions of Baltimore County and Anne Arundel County.
1919: City line of Southeast Baltimore
In 1919, the city line defined the eastern boundary of Southeast Baltimore.
1922: Publication of 'The Curious Case of Benjamin Button'
In 1922, F. Scott Fitzgerald published the short story, "The Curious Case of Benjamin Button", which is about a man born in Baltimore who ages backwards.
1924: Homeland neighborhood established
In 1924, the Homeland neighborhood was established in North Baltimore.
1927: Republican Representation
In 1927, John Boynton Philip Clayton Hill, a Republican, represented the 3rd District, marking the last time a Republican represented a significant portion of Baltimore in Congress.
1930: Migration to Baltimore
Between 1861 and 1930, almost 2 million German, Polish, English, Irish, Russian, Lithuanian, French, Ukrainian, Czech, Greek and Italian migrants came to Baltimore.
1931: "The Star-Spangled Banner" Designated as National Anthem
In 1931, "The Star-Spangled Banner", a poem written by Francis Scott Key during the War of 1812 at the Battle of Baltimore, was officially designated as the national anthem.
February 9, 1934: Record low temperature reached
On February 9, 1934, Baltimore reached a record low temperature of −7 °F (−22 °C).
1937: Patent of Formstone
In 1937, Albert Knight patented formstone, a technology used on the faces of Baltimore rowhouses.
1939: Last Republican Elected to City Council
No Republican has been elected to the Baltimore City Council since 1939.
December 7, 1941: US warship in Pearl Harbor
The Coast Guard cutter WHEC-37, the last surviving U.S. warship that was in Pearl Harbor during the Japanese attack on December 7, 1941, and which engaged Japanese Zero aircraft during the battle.
1947: Baltimore Colts in AAFC
In 1947, the Baltimore Colts played in the All-America Football Conference (AAFC) for the first of three seasons.
1948: Constitutional Amendment on Annexation
In 1948, a state constitutional amendment required a special vote for any proposed annexation area, effectively preventing further expansion of the city's boundaries.
1948: Baltimore Colts in AAFC
In 1948, the Baltimore Colts played in the All-America Football Conference (AAFC).
1949: Baltimore Colts in AAFC
In 1949, the Baltimore Colts played in the All-America Football Conference (AAFC).
1950: Population began to fall
After World War II, Baltimore had a population approaching 1 million, until the population began to fall after the 1950 census.
1950: Peak Population
In 1950, Baltimore reached its peak population of 949,708 according to the U.S. census count.
1950: Baltimore Colts in NFL
In 1950, after the AAFC folded, the Baltimore Colts moved to the NFL for a single year before going bankrupt.
1950: Growth of Black Population
In 1950, the black population in Baltimore was 23.8%.
1950: Baltimore-Washington Parkway Opens
The Baltimore-Washington Parkway opened in stages between 1950 and 1954.
1953: Orioles Return to Baltimore
In 1953, after playing as the Richmond Climbers and then disbanding, the team returned to Baltimore and played as the Orioles.
1953: Dallas Texans Move to Baltimore
In 1953, the NFL's Dallas Texans folded, and their assets were purchased and moved to Baltimore, establishing a new team also named the Baltimore Colts.
1954: St. Louis Browns Move to Baltimore
In 1954, the St. Louis Browns moved to Baltimore and became the Baltimore Orioles.
1954: Baltimore-Washington Parkway Opens
The Baltimore-Washington Parkway opened in stages between 1950 and 1954.
1956: Last Republican Presidential Win
The last Republican candidate for president to win Baltimore was Dwight Eisenhower in his successful reelection bid in 1956.
1957: Baltimore Harbor Tunnel Police Established
In 1957, the Maryland Transportation Authority Police was originally established as the "Baltimore Harbor Tunnel Police" when the tunnel opened.
1957: Harbor Tunnel Opens
In 1957, the two-bore Harbor Tunnel, serving I-895, opened.
1958: Colts Advance to NFL Championship
In 1958, the Baltimore Colts advanced to the NFL Championship.
1959: Colts Advance to NFL Championship
In 1959, the Baltimore Colts advanced to the NFL Championship.
January 29, 1963: Record low temperature reached
On January 29, 1963, Baltimore reached a record low temperature of −7 °F (−22 °C).
1963: Colt 45 named after Jerry Hill
In the 1940s the National Brewing Company introduced the nation's first six-pack. Listed on the Pabst website as a "Fun Fact", Colt 45 was named after running back #45 Jerry Hill of the 1963 Baltimore Colts
1964: Release of the film Marnie
In 1964, the Hitchcock film, "Marnie", was released. The title character is originally from Baltimore.
1966: Orioles Win World Series
In 1966, the Baltimore Orioles advanced to and won the World Series.
1966: Shriver Hall Concert Series Founded
In 1966, the Shriver Hall Concert Series was founded, presenting classical chamber music and recitals.
1967: Last Republican Mayor Leaves Office
The city's last Republican mayor, Theodore McKeldin, left office in 1967.
April 4, 1968: Assassination of Martin Luther King Jr.
On April 4, 1968, the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr. led to the Baltimore riot of 1968 and uprisings in other cities.
April 12, 1968: Public Order Restored
On April 12, 1968, public order was restored in Baltimore after the Baltimore riot of 1968, which followed the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr.
1969: Colts Lose Super Bowl III
In 1969, the Baltimore Colts advanced to Super Bowl III but lost.
1969: Orioles Advance to World Series
In 1969, the Baltimore Orioles advanced to the World Series.
1970: Baltimore's immigration center heyday
By 1970, Baltimore's heyday as an immigration center was a distant memory.
1970: Increased Black Population
By 1970, the black population in Baltimore had grown to 46.4%.
1970: Orioles Win World Series
In 1970, the Baltimore Orioles advanced to and won the World Series.
1971: I-95 Opens
In 1971, Interstate 95 (I-95) between Baltimore and Washington opened.
1971: Paul Sarbanes Represents 3rd District
In 1971, Paul Sarbanes began representing the 3rd District.
1971: Colts Advance to Super Bowl
In 1971, the Baltimore Colts advanced to the Super Bowl.
1971: Orioles Advance to World Series
In 1971, the Baltimore Orioles advanced to the World Series.
1972: Release of Pink Flamingos
In 1972, Baltimore native John Waters released "Pink Flamingos", a cult classic film that parodies the city.
1972: Orioles Miss Playoffs
In 1972, the Baltimore Orioles did not make the playoffs, the only year from 1969 through 1974 where they did not.
1974: Strikes in Baltimore
In 1974, Baltimore experienced strikes by teachers, municipal workers, and police officers.
1974: Orioles Make Playoffs
In 1974, the Baltimore Orioles made the playoffs.
1975: Charm City Nickname
In 1975, the nickname "Charm City" originated from a meeting of advertisers seeking to improve Baltimore's reputation.
1976: Opening of the Maryland Science Center
In 1976, the Maryland Science Center opened, marking the start of redevelopment efforts in the Inner Harbor area.
1977: World Trade Center Height
In 1977, I.M. Pei's World Trade Center stood as the tallest equilateral pentagonal building in the world at 405 feet tall.
1977: Sarbanes Elected to Senate, Mikulski Represents 3rd District
In 1977, Paul Sarbanes was elected to the Senate, and Barbara Mikulski succeeded him as the representative for the 3rd District.
1977: Baltimore World Trade Center Opening
In 1977, the Baltimore World Trade Center opened.
1978: Publication of 'Chesapeake'
James Michener's 1978 book, "Chesapeake", largely takes place on the Eastern Shore of Maryland, but contains numerous references to Baltimore.
1979: Baltimore Convention Center Opening
In 1979, the Baltimore Convention Center opened.
1979: Orioles Advance to World Series
In 1979, the Baltimore Orioles advanced to the World Series.
1980: Baltimore Blast in MISL
From 1980, a previous entity of the Baltimore Blast played in the Major Indoor Soccer League.
1980: Harborplace Opening
In 1980, Harborplace, an urban retail and restaurant complex, opened on the Baltimore waterfront.
1980: Baltimore ranked among the top 10 cities
Up to the 1980 census, Baltimore was among the top 10 cities in population in the United States.
1981: First International Theater Festival
In 1981, Baltimore hosted the first International Theater Festival in the country, with 66 performances of nine shows by international theatre companies.
1981: National Aquarium and Baltimore Museum of Industry Open
In 1981, the National Aquarium, Maryland's largest tourist destination, and the Baltimore Museum of Industry opened.
January 17, 1982: Record low temperature reached
On January 17, 1982, Baltimore reached a record low temperature of −7 °F (−22 °C).
1982: Release of the film Diner
In 1982, Barry Levinson, a native Baltimorean, released the film "Diner", paying homage to his upbringing in the city.
1982: World Theatre Festival
In 1982, the International Theater Festival was hosted in Denver and was called the World Theatre Festival.
1983: Colts last Season
1983 was the last season the Colts played in Baltimore.
1983: Orioles Win World Series
In 1983, the Baltimore Orioles advanced to and won the World Series.
January 22, 1984: Record low temperature reached
On January 22, 1984, Baltimore reached a record low temperature of −7 °F (−22 °C).
1984: Colts Leave Baltimore
In 1984, the Baltimore Colts left Baltimore for Indianapolis, becoming the Indianapolis Colts.
1985: Publication of The Accidental Tourist
In 1985, Anne Tyler, known for her Baltimore-set literary realism, wrote "The Accidental Tourist".
1985: Fort McHenry Tunnel Opens
In 1985, the four-bore Fort McHenry Tunnel, serving I-95, opened.
1985: Wheelabrator Baltimore incinerator operates
Since 1985 the Wheelabrator Baltimore incinerator, formerly known as the Baltimore Refuse Energy Systems Co., has operated as a waste-to-energy incinerator.
June 1986: Theatre of Nations Held in Baltimore
In June 1986, the 20th Theatre of Nations, sponsored by the International Theatre Institute, was held in Baltimore for the first time in the U.S.
1987: Release of the film Tin Men
In 1987, Barry Levinson, a native Baltimorean, released the film "Tin Men", paying homage to his upbringing in the city.
1987: Cardin Succeeds Mikulski
In 1987, Ben Cardin succeeded Barbara Mikulski as the representative for the 3rd District.
1988: Publication of Breathing Lessons
In 1988, Anne Tyler, known for her Baltimore-set literary realism, wrote "Breathing Lessons".
1988: Release of the film Hairspray
In 1988, John Waters released the film "Hairspray", set in Baltimore.
1989: Migration to Baltimore
Between 1820 and 1989, almost 2 million German, Polish, English, Irish, Russian, Lithuanian, French, Ukrainian, Czech, Greek and Italian migrants came to Baltimore.
1990: Release of the film Avalon
In 1990, Barry Levinson, a native Baltimorean, released the film "Avalon", paying homage to his upbringing in the city.
1990: Moveable Feast Charity Founded
In 1990, Moveable Feast, a Baltimore-based charity, grew out of an initiative to address food problems during the HIV/AIDS epidemic.
1991: Airing of Roc begins
From 1991 to 1994, the sitcom "Roc", which focuses on the protagonist's balance of his family life with his work as a city sanitation worker, was aired.
1991: Release of the film He Said, She Said
In 1991, the film "He Said, She Said", set in Baltimore, used the city as a backdrop for young professionals looking for romance.
1991: Release of the film The Silence of the Lambs
In 1991, the film "The Silence of the Lambs" was released, in which Hannibal Lecter had a psychiatric practice in Baltimore.
1992: Oriole Park at Camden Yards Opening
In 1992, Oriole Park at Camden Yards opened as a retro-style baseball park.
1992: Baltimore Orioles Move to Oriole Park at Camden Yards
In 1992, the Baltimore Orioles baseball team moved from Memorial Stadium to Oriole Park at Camden Yards.
1992: Baltimore Blast in MISL
Until 1992, a previous entity of the Baltimore Blast played in the Major Indoor Soccer League, winning one championship.
1993: High Crime Year
1993 was among the worst years for crime in Baltimore.
1993: Airing of Homicide: Life on the Street begins
From 1993 to 1998, the police procedural drama "Homicide: Life on the Street" aired with favorable reviews but low ratings.
1993: Peak in Homicide Rate
In 1993, Baltimore experienced a peak in its high homicide rate.
1993: Release of the film Sleepless in Seattle
In 1993, the film "Sleepless in Seattle", set in Baltimore, used the city as a backdrop for young professionals looking for romance.
1994: Airing of Roc ends
From 1991 to 1994, the sitcom "Roc", which focuses on the protagonist's balance of his family life with his work as a city sanitation worker, was aired.
1994: Release of the film Serial Mom
In 1994, John Waters released the film "Serial Mom", set in Baltimore.
1994: Baltimore Stallions Season
In 1994, the Baltimore Stallions played in the Canadian Football League.
October 1995: Pope John Paul II Held Mass at Camden Yards
In October 1995, Pope John Paul II held an open-air mass at Camden Yards during his papal visit to the United States.
1995: Cal Ripken Jr. Breaks Record
In 1995, Cal Ripken Jr. broke Lou Gehrig's streak of consecutive games played and was named Sportsman of the Year by Sports Illustrated magazine.
1995: American Visionary Art Museum Opens
In 1995, the American Visionary Art Museum opened on Federal Hill in Baltimore.
1996: High Crime Year
1996 was among the worst years for crime in Baltimore.
1996: Under Armour Founded
In 1996, Under Armour was founded in Baltimore by Kevin Plank.
1996: Baltimore Ravens Established
In 1996, the former Cleveland Browns personnel moved to Baltimore and established the Baltimore Ravens.
1998: Airing of Homicide: Life on the Street ends
From 1993 to 1998, the police procedural drama "Homicide: Life on the Street" aired with favorable reviews but low ratings.
1999: Release of the film Liberty Heights
In 1999, Barry Levinson, a native Baltimorean, released the film "Liberty Heights", paying homage to his upbringing in the city.
2000: Redistricting Affects Representation
After the 2000 census, the Eastern Shore-based 1st District lost its share of Baltimore.
2000: Downtown Population Growth Begins
Between 2000 and 2010, the downtown population in Baltimore grew 130 percent as old commercial properties were replaced by residential property.
2000: The Baltimore Sun bought by the Tribune Company
In 2000, The Baltimore Sun was bought by the Tribune Company.
2000: Ravens Win Super Bowl
In 2000, the Baltimore Ravens won a Super Bowl championship and appeared in the AFC Championship Game.
2000: Airing of The Corner
In 2000, the mini-series "The Corner", based on a true story of people living amid the open air drug markets of West Baltimore, was released.
2000: Gentrification Increase
Since the 2000 census, Gentrification has increased in East Baltimore, downtown, and Central Baltimore.
November 2002: City Council Restructuring
In November 2002, grassroots pressure for reform, voiced as Question P, led to the restructuring of the city council, despite opposition from the mayor, council president, and the council majority. The Association of Community Organizations for Reform Now (ACORN) organized a coalition to back the effort.
2002: Airing of The Wire
From 2002 to 2008, "The Wire", which was well-received and depicts the city as a war zone between drug trade and the police, was aired.
2002: Release of the film The Sum of All Fears
In 2002, Baltimore is the scene of a nuclear warhead explosion in the film "The Sum of All Fears".
2002: Legislative Redistricting
Since the legislative redistricting in 2002, Baltimore has had six legislative districts located entirely within its boundaries.
2003: Ravens AFC North Division Championship
In 2003, the Baltimore Ravens won an AFC North division championship.
2004: Reopening of the Hippodrome Theatre
In 2004, the Hippodrome Theatre in Baltimore reopened.
2005: LGBTQ Population
In 2005, approximately 30,778 people (6.5%) identified as gay, lesbian, or bisexual in Baltimore.
2005: Opening of the Reginald F. Lewis Museum
In 2005, the Reginald F. Lewis Museum of Maryland African American History & Culture opened.
2006: Publication of Digging To America
In 2006, Anne Tyler, known for her Baltimore-set literary realism, wrote "Digging To America".
2006: Expansion of bicycle routes
In 2006, Baltimore began expanding its network of bicycle lanes.
2006: Launch of The Baltimore Examiner
In 2006, The Baltimore Examiner was launched to compete with The Sun.
2006: Criminal Investigation Begins
In 2006, a criminal investigation began into Sheila Dixon's actions while she was City Council President, which eventually led to her conviction.
2006: Ravens AFC North Division Championship
In 2006, the Baltimore Ravens won an AFC North division championship.
January 17, 2007: Sheila Dixon Becomes Mayor
On January 17, 2007, Sheila Dixon became the first female mayor of Baltimore, succeeding Martin O'Malley who became Governor of Maryland.
November 6, 2007: Dixon Wins Mayoral Election
On November 6, 2007, Sheila Dixon won the Baltimore mayoral election.
2007: Cardin Elected to Senate
In 2007, Ben Cardin was elected to the Senate, and John Sarbanes took over his seat.
2007: Cal Ripken Jr. Inducted into Baseball Hall of Fame
In 2007, Cal Ripken Jr. was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame.
2007: Development of Chesapeake Commerce Center
In 2007, Duke Realty Corporation began a new development near the Port of Baltimore, named the Chesapeake Commerce Center. This industrial park is located on the site of a former General Motors plant.
2008: Airing of The Wire ends
From 2002 to 2008, "The Wire", which was well-received and depicts the city as a war zone between drug trade and the police, was aired.
2008: Publication of 'The Beautiful Struggle'
In 2008, Ta-Nehisi Coates published his memoir of growing up in West Baltimore: "The Beautiful Struggle".
2008: Ravens in AFC Championship Game
In 2008, the Baltimore Ravens appeared in the AFC Championship Game.
February 15, 2009: The Baltimore Examiner ceases publication
On February 15, 2009, The Baltimore Examiner ceased publication.
December 1, 2009: Dixon Convicted of Embezzlement
On December 1, 2009, Sheila Dixon was convicted on a misdemeanor charge of embezzlement.
2009: Chinese restaurant in Baltimore
As of 2009, a local Chinese-American association remains based in the Chinatown, with one Chinese restaurant.
2009: Poverty rate in 2009
In 2009, 23.7% of Baltimore's population lived below the poverty line.
2009: Baltimore ranked 27th-largest television market
In 2009, Nielsen ranked Baltimore as the 27th-largest television market.
2009: Baltimore Rock Opera Society Launched
In 2009, the Baltimore Rock Opera Society, an all-volunteer theatrical company, launched its first production.
2009: Release of the film He's Just Not That Into You
In 2009, the film "He's Just Not That Into You", set in Baltimore, used the city as a backdrop for young professionals looking for romance.
2009: Median household income in 2009
In 2009, the median household income in Baltimore was $42,241 and the median income per capita was $25,707.
January 2010: Charm City Circulator Begins
In January 2010, the Charm City Circulator (CCC) began operating in the downtown area.
February 4, 2010: Rawlings-Blake Assumes Office
On February 4, 2010, Stephanie Rawlings-Blake became the Mayor of Baltimore following the resignation of her predecessor, Dixon. Rawlings-Blake was the City Council President at the time.
August 2010: Floating wetland island launched in Inner Harbor
In August 2010, the National Aquarium assembled, planted, and launched a floating wetland island designed by Biohabitats in Baltimore's Inner Harbor.
2010: Baltimore identified as 22nd-largest radio market
Arbitron's Fall 2010 rankings identified Baltimore as the 22nd-largest radio market.
2010: Downtown Population Growth
Between 2000 and 2010, the downtown population in Baltimore grew 130 percent as old commercial properties were replaced by residential property.
2010: Language spoken at home
In 2010, 91% of Baltimore residents five years old and older spoke only English at home. Close to 4% spoke Spanish.
2010: Population in 2010
In 2010, Baltimore City's population was 620,961.
2010: The Baltimore Sun sold
In 2010, Baltimore's main media outlet is The Baltimore Sun which was sold by its Baltimore owners in 1986 to the Times Mirror Company, and then bought by the Tribune Company in 2000.
2010: Publication of 'The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks'
In 2010, Rebecca Skloot published "The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks", a book documenting the life of Henrietta Lacks and the use of her cells for research.
July 22, 2011: Record high temperature reached
On July 22, 2011, Baltimore reached a record high temperature of 108 °F (42 °C).
2011: Lowest Number of Homicides in Decades
In 2011, Baltimore police reported 196 homicides, the lowest number in the city since 197 homicides in 1978.
2011: Campaign to reconstruct sidewalk ramps
In 2011, Baltimore undertook a campaign to reconstruct many sidewalk ramps in the city, coinciding with mass resurfacing of the city's streets. Also in 2011, a study by Walk Score ranked Baltimore as the 14th-most walkable of fifty largest U.S. cities.
2011: Rawlings-Blake Elected to Full Term
In 2011, Stephanie Rawlings-Blake was elected to a full term as Mayor of Baltimore, defeating Pugh in the primary election and receiving 84% of the vote.
2011: Vivre Musicale Award
In 2011, Vivre Musicale won an award for Adventurous Programming from the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers and Chamber Music America.
2011: Ravens AFC North Division Championship
In 2011, the Baltimore Ravens won an AFC North division championship and appeared in the AFC Championship Game.
2011: Release of Being Elmo: A Puppeteer's Journey
In 2011, the documentary film "Being Elmo: A Puppeteer's Journey" was released, focusing on Kevin Clash, who grew up in Baltimore.
2011: Homeless population exceeded 4,000
In 2011, the homeless population in Baltimore exceeded 4,000 people.
2011: Stephanie Rawlings-Blake aims to increase city population
In 2011, then-Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake aimed to increase Baltimore's population.
2011: Lawsuits Against Baltimore Police
In 2011, there were lawsuits brought against Baltimore police for alleged brutality and misconduct.
April 12, 2012: Johns Hopkins Hospital Dedication Ceremony
On April 12, 2012, Johns Hopkins held a dedication ceremony to mark the completion of the Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, featuring the Sheikh Zayed Cardiovascular and Critical Care Tower and The Charlotte R. Bloomberg Children's Center.
2012: Construction of bike boulevards
In 2012, Baltimore began constructing bike boulevards, starting with Guilford Avenue.
2012: Loyola Wins NCAA Lacrosse Championship
In 2012, Loyola University won its first men's NCAA lacrosse championship.
2012: Vivre Musicale Award
In 2012, Vivre Musicale won an award for Adventurous Programming from the American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers and Chamber Music America.
2012: Poverty levels
In 2012, one quarter of Baltimore residents, and 37% of Baltimore children, lived in poverty. The 2012 closure of a major steel plant at Sparrows Point is expected to have a further impact on employment and the local economy.
2012: Same-sex marriage legalized
In 2012, same-sex marriage in Maryland was legalized.
2012: Baltimore Blues Begin Competition
In 2012, the Baltimore Blues began competition in the USA Rugby League, and the Baltimore Bohemians started their inaugural season in the USL Premier Development League.
2012: Ravens Win Super Bowl
In 2012, the Baltimore Ravens won a Super Bowl championship and appeared in the AFC Championship Game.
2012: Median sale price for homes
In 2012, the median sale price for homes in Baltimore was $95,000.
January 1, 2013: Same-sex marriage legalized in Maryland.
On January 1, 2013, same-sex marriage in Maryland was legalized, going into effect on that date.
September 13, 2013: Baltimore Grand Prix Cancellation
On September 13, 2013, it was announced that the Baltimore Grand Prix would not be held in 2014 or 2015 due to scheduling conflicts.
December 7, 2013: Penn Line Weekend Service
On December 7, 2013, the Penn Line began weekend service.
2013: Jobs in STEM
As of mid-2013, almost a quarter of the jobs in the Baltimore region were in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
2013: Commuting workers and tech growth
In 2013, 207,000 workers commuted into Baltimore city each day. Downtown Baltimore is the primary economic asset within Baltimore City and the region. In 2013, Forbes ranked Baltimore fourth among America's "new tech hot spots".
2013: Everyman Theatre Honored at Preservation Awards
In 2013, Baltimore's newly rehabilitated Everyman Theatre was honored by Baltimore Heritage at the 2013 Preservation Awards Celebration.
2013: The Shops at Canton Crossing opens
In 2013, The Shops at Canton Crossing opened in Southeast Baltimore.
2013: Awards for University of Baltimore School of Law Design
In 2013, the design for the new University of Baltimore School of Law building by Behnisch Architekten won several awards, including an ENR National "Best of the Best" Award, after its opening.
2013: Cargo through the port
In 2013, total cargo moving through the Port of Baltimore totaled 30.3 million tons and the value of cargo traveling through the port came to $52.6 billion.
August 2014: Youth Curfew Law
In August 2014, Baltimore's new youth curfew law went into effect, prohibiting unaccompanied children under age 14 from being on the streets after 9 p.m. and those aged 14–16 from being out after 10 p.m. during the week and 11 p.m. on weekends and during the summer.
2014: Penn Station Ranking
As of 2014, Baltimore's Penn Station was ranked the seventh-busiest rail station in the United States by number of passengers served each year.
2014: Over 140 miles added to bicycle routes
By 2014, over 140 miles (230 km) had been added to Baltimore's comprehensive system of bicycle routes.
2014: Tourism in Baltimore
In 2014, Baltimore hosted 24.5 million visitors, who spent $5.2 billion.
2014: BWI is largest airport by passenger count
In 2014, Baltimore–Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) was the largest, by passenger count, of three major airports serving the Baltimore–Washington Metropolitan Area.
2014: Arrest Numbers
In 2014, arrest numbers in Baltimore was more than 40,000
2014: Installation for the cycletracks expected
In 2014, installation for the cycletracks is expected on Maryland Avenue.
2014: Cargo through the port
In 2014, total cargo moving through the Port of Baltimore totaled 29.5 million tons and the value of cargo traveling through the port came to $52.5 billion.
2014: Baltimore Grand Prix Not Held
The Baltimore Grand Prix was not held in 2014 due to scheduling conflicts.
February 2015: Agreement to generate electricity from waterway debris
In February 2015, an agreement with a local waste-to-energy plant is believed to make Baltimore the first city to use reclaimed waterway debris to generate electricity.
April 2015: Death of Freddie Gray
In April 2015, Freddie Gray was paralyzed during a "rough-ride" in a police van and later died from his injuries, leading to unrest and rioting in Baltimore.
April 2015: Death of Freddie Gray and Subsequent Protests
In April 2015, following the death of Freddie Gray, Baltimore experienced major protests, international media attention, and clashes between local youth and police, leading to a state of emergency declaration and a curfew.
June 2015: Red Line Cancelled
In June 2015, the proposed Red Line rail line was cancelled by former Governor Larry Hogan.
2015: Baltimore Park Ranking
As of 2015, The Trust for Public Land ranked Baltimore 40th among the 75-largest U.S. cities.
2015: Religious affiliation
In 2015, 25% of adults in Baltimore reported affiliation with no religion. 50% of the adult population of Baltimore are Protestants. Catholicism is the second-largest religious affiliation, constituting 15% percent of the population, followed by Judaism (3%) and Islam (2%).
2015: Households without Cars
In 2015, 30.7 percent of Baltimore households lacked a car.
2015: Publication of A Spool of Blue Thread
In 2015, Anne Tyler, known for her Baltimore-set literary realism, wrote "A Spool of Blue Thread".
2015: Baltimore Ranked Second Best Food City
In 2015, Baltimore was ranked the second-best food city in the US by the food- and drink-rating site Zagat.
2015: High Homicide Rate
In 2015, Baltimore's 344 homicides represented the highest homicide rate in the city's recorded history, with 52.5 per 100,000 people.
2015: Homicides Skyrocket
In 2015, Baltimore's tally of 344 homicides was second only to the record 353 in 1993. The killings skyrocketed after the unrest and rioting following the death of Freddie Gray in April 2015.
2015: Life expectancy compared to US average
In 2015, the life expectancy in Baltimore was 74 to 75 years, compared to the U.S. average of 78 to 80.
2015: Lawsuits Against Baltimore Police
In 2015, there were lawsuits brought against Baltimore police for alleged brutality and misconduct.
2015: Baltimore Grand Prix Not Held
The Baltimore Grand Prix was not held in 2015 due to scheduling conflicts.
September 2016: Port Covington Redevelopment Project Approved
In September 2016, the Baltimore City Council approved a $660 million bond deal for the $5.5 billion Port Covington redevelopment project championed by Under Armour founder Kevin Plank.
December 6, 2016: Catherine Pugh Takes Office
On December 6, 2016, Catherine Pugh took office as mayor of Baltimore.
2016: Foreign born residents
As per the 2020 census, 8.1% of residents between 2016 and 2020 were foreign born persons.
2016: Median household income data
Between 2016 and 2020, the median household income was $52,164 and the median income per capita was $32,699 in Baltimore.
2016: Median value of owner-occupied housing units
Between 2016 and 2020, the median value of owner-occupied housing units was $242,499.
2016: Addition of Professor Trash Wheel
In 2016, "Professor Trash Wheel" was added at Harris Creek in the Canton neighborhood.
2016: Households without Cars
In 2016, 28.9 percent of Baltimore households lacked a car.
2016: Water Taxi Purchase
In 2016, Baltimore Water Taxi was purchased by Under Armour CEO Kevin Plank's Sagamore Ventures.
2016: Installation for the cycletracks expected
In 2016, installation for the cycletracks is expected on Mount Royal Avenue.
2016: Republican Candidate Pushed to Third Place
In the 2016 mayoral election, the Republican candidate was pushed into third place by write-in candidates.
June 2017: BaltimoreLink Redesign Launched
In June 2017, the BaltimoreLink bus network redesign was launched, consisting of CityLink, LocalLink and ExpressLink.
November 2, 2017: David Simon Interview
On November 2, 2017, David Simon, a former police reporter for The Baltimore Sun, attributed the surge in murders to Marilyn Mosby's decision to charge police officers in Freddie Gray's death in an interview with The Guardian.
November 2017: Arrest Numbers Plummet
As of November 2017, arrest numbers in Baltimore have plummeted from more than 40,000 in 2014 to about 18,000.
2017: Baltimore Brigade Debut
From 2017, the Baltimore Brigade was an Arena Football League team based in Baltimore and played at Royal Farms Arena.
March 2018: Unemployment rate
In March 2018, Baltimore's unemployment rate was 5.8%.
May 11, 2018: Inaugural Season of FC Baltimore 1729
On May 11, 2018, FC Baltimore 1729 began their inaugural season in the NPSL league.
2018: Addition of Captain Trash Wheel
In 2018, "Captain Trash Wheel" was added at Mason Creek.
2018: Ravens AFC North Division Championship
In 2018, the Baltimore Ravens won an AFC North division championship.
May 2, 2019: Jack Young Takes Office
On May 2, 2019, Jack Young took office as mayor of Baltimore.
2019: Baltimore Brigade Cease Operations
In 2019, the Baltimore Brigade ceased operations along with the rest of the Arena Football League.
2019: Ravens AFC North Division Championship
In 2019, the Baltimore Ravens won an AFC North division championship.
December 8, 2020: Brandon Scott Takes Office
On December 8, 2020, Brandon Scott took office as the current mayor of Baltimore.
2020: Democratic Dominance in Baltimore
As of the 2020 elections, registered Democrats in Baltimore outnumbered registered Republicans by almost 10-to-1.
2020: Census data
As per the 2020 census, 8.1% of residents between 2016 and 2020 were foreign born persons. Females made up 53.4% of the population. The median age was 35 years old, with 22.4% under 18 years old, 65.8% from 18 to 64 years old, and 11.8% 65 or older.
2020: Median household income data
Between 2016 and 2020, the median household income was $52,164 and the median income per capita was $32,699 in Baltimore.
2020: Median value of owner-occupied housing units
Between 2016 and 2020, the median value of owner-occupied housing units was $242,499.
2020: Population in 2020
In 2020, Baltimore City's population was 585,708, representing a 5.7% drop.
December 2021: Discovery of Native American Artifacts
In December 2021, several Woodland period Native American artifacts dating back 5,000 to 9,000 years were discovered in Herring Run Park in northeast Baltimore.
2021: Addition of Gwynnda, the Good Wheel of the West
In 2021, "Gwynnda, the Good Wheel of the West" was added at the mouth of the Gwynns Falls.
2021: Baltimore Kings Join MASL 3
In 2021, the Baltimore Kings, a Baltimore Blast affiliate, joined MASL 3.
December 2022: Median sale price for homes
As of December 2022, the median sale price for homes in Baltimore was $209,000.
2022: Baltimore Kings Play in MASL 3
In 2022, the Baltimore Kings began play in MASL 3.
2022: Premiere of We Own This City
In 2022, the limited drama series "We Own This City" premiered, starring Jon Bernthal and native Baltimorean Josh Charles.
2023: Homicide Drop
In 2023, Baltimore saw a 20% drop in homicides, to 263.
2023: Ravens AFC North Division Championship
In 2023, the Baltimore Ravens won an AFC North division championship and appeared in the AFC Championship Game.
2023: Baltimore City F.C. Plays at Utz Field
Since 2023, Baltimore City F.C. is an American Premier Soccer League club that plays at Utz Field in Patterson Park.
March 2024: Francis Scott Key Bridge Collapse
In March 2024, the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapsed.
March 26, 2024: Collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge
In the early hours of March 26, 2024, the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore collapsed after being struck by a container ship, leading to a major rescue operation.
May 2024: Estimated Cost and Completion of Bridge Replacement
In May 2024, the estimated cost to replace the Francis Scott Key Bridge was approaching $2 billion, with completion expected in the fall of 2028.
October 2024: Democratic State Senators and Delegates
As of October 2024, all of Baltimore's state senators and delegates were Democrats.
2024: Further Homicide Drop
In 2024, Baltimore saw a further drop in homicides, to 200.
2024: Population increased for the first time in decades
In 2024, Baltimore's population increased for the first time in decades.
2024: Ravens AFC North Division Championship
In 2024, the Baltimore Ravens won an AFC North division championship.
2024: Population estimate of Baltimore
In 2024, the estimated population of Baltimore City was 568,271.
2028: Estimated Completion of Francis Scott Key Bridge Replacement
The replacement of the Francis Scott Key Bridge is estimated to be completed in the fall of 2028.
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