Bromo Arts District in Baltimore, Maryland — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
See and be seen at the Market
As early as 1821, records show public meetings of all types were held at the Market, with political figures often holding court inside and on the surrounding blocks.
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Candidates for governor, local office, and even presidential hopeful Rev. Jesse Jackson (seen here in 1988), have been known to cruise the aisles hoping to pick up some votes.
Erected by Maryland Center for History and Culture.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Government & Politics. A significant historical year for this entry is 1821.
Location. 39° 17.485′ N, 76° 37.291′ W. Marker is in Baltimore, Maryland. It is in the Bromo Arts District. Marker is on West Lexington Street just west of North Eutaw Street, on the left when traveling west. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 400 W Lexington St, Baltimore MD 21201, United States of America. Touch for directions.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker. Black slavery in and around Lexington Market (here, next to this marker); A place for art in the heart of the Bromo (here, next to this marker); Muskrat! Bear! Geese! Terrapin! Raccoon! Only at Lexington Market! (a few steps from this marker); Shhhh! The market has secrets to keep. (a few steps from this marker); A walk through the history of Lexington Market
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Credits. This page was last revised on March 23, 2024. It was originally submitted on March 23, 2024, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 30 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on March 23, 2024, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
