University of Maryland in Baltimore, Maryland — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)

Davidge Hall

Photographed by William Pfingsten, September 16, 2007

1. Davidge Hall Marker

Inscription.
Davidge Hall, constructed in 1812, is named for the first dean of the University of Maryland School of Medicine, Dr. John B. Davidge. Noted for its unique classical appearance, it is the oldest building in the country used continuously for medical education. The Medical School, established in 1807 by the Maryland General Assembly was the fifth to be founded in the United States. Following mergers with Baltimore Medical College, 1913, and College of Physicians and Surgeons, 1915, the school became part of the State University System in 1920.

Erected 1972 by Maryland Historical Society.

Topics and series. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Education • Notable Buildings • Science & Medicine. In addition, it is included in the Maryland Historical Trust, and the National Historic Landmarks series lists. A significant historical year for this entry is 1812.

Location. 39° 17.26′ N, 76° 37.379′ W. Marker is in Baltimore, Maryland. It is in University of Maryland. It is at the intersection of Lombard Street and Greene Street, on the right when traveling west on Lombard Street. Touch for map. Marker is in this post office area: Baltimore MD 21201, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally, this marker is in Central Maryland.

It is also in the American Mid-Atlantic

and in the Chesapeake Bay Region.

Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region,

North America,

the Western Hemisphere,

the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once one of the original Thirteen Colonies

and also the Antebellum South.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: A different marker also named Davidge Hall

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(a few steps from this marker); Baltimore is the birthplace of the dental profession and dental education. (within shouting distance of this marker); Inner Harbor Lofts (within shouting distance of this marker); Baltimore Infirmary (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); The Classic Building (about 600 feet away); Baltimore Arts Tower (about 600 feet away); James McHenry, M.D. (about 700 feet away); A Beloved General (about 700 feet away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Baltimore.

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via NPS, unknown

2. Davidge Hall

National Register of Historic Places Digital Archive on NPGallery website entry
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Photographed by William Pfingsten, September 16, 2007

3. Davidge Hall

University of Maryland College of Medicine, Davidge Hall image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Richard E. Miller, January 4, 2009

4. University of Maryland College of Medicine, Davidge Hall

Photographed by William Pfingsten, September 16, 2007

5. Davidge Hall Marker

Credits. This page was last revised on March 21, 2026. It was originally submitted on September 16, 2007, by Bill Pfingsten of Bel Air, Maryland. This page has been viewed 2,823 times since then and 38 times this year. Last updated on January 4, 2009, by Richard E. Miller of Oxon Hill, Maryland. Photos: 1. submitted on September 16, 2007, by Bill Pfingsten of Bel Air, Maryland. 2. submitted on May 13, 2022, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York. 3. submitted on September 16, 2007, by Bill Pfingsten of Bel Air, Maryland. 4. submitted on January 4, 2009, by Richard E. Miller of Oxon Hill, Maryland. 5. submitted on September 16, 2007, by Bill Pfingsten of Bel Air, Maryland. • Kevin W. was the editor who published this page.