Mount Vernon in Baltimore, Maryland — The American Northeast (Mid-Atlantic)
Freedom & Equality for All
410 523 1756
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Entertainment • Notable Events. A significant historical year for this entry is 1860.
Location. Marker has been permanently removed. It was located near 39° 17.801′ N, 76° 36.937′ W. Marker was in Baltimore, Maryland. It was in Mount Vernon. Marker could be reached from Washington Place. Touch for map. Marker was in this post office area: Baltimore MD 21201, United States of America.
We have been informed that this sign or monument is no longer there and will not be replaced. This page is an archival view of what was.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this location. Memorial To Edward Berge (a few steps from this marker); Walters Art Museum (within shouting distance of this marker); To George Washington (within shouting distance of this marker); Lafayette Monument (within shouting distance of this marker); The Peabody Library (within shouting distance of this marker); The Peabody Conservatory (within shouting distance of this marker); Hackerman House (within shouting distance of this marker); Murnaghan House (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Baltimore.
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Additional commentary.
1. Beyond the Compass, Beyond the Square: Mapping History
This "historical marker" was one of seven installed by Maryland Institute College of Art sophomore Daniel Allende as part of the 2008 exhibit Beyond the Compass, Beyond the Square. While marker text has some basis in truth, exaggerations become quickly apparent when one takes the time to read the text. In addition to the insight the marker provides about the history of Mount Vernon Square, it also helps to illustrate how often historical markers are taken for granted, almost unseen, and how they could say most anything, yet still be unnoticed.
— Submitted June 4, 2008, by Christopher Busta-Peck of Shaker Heights, Ohio.
Credits. This page was last revised on August 5, 2021. It was originally submitted on May 16, 2008, by Christopher Busta-Peck of Shaker Heights, Ohio. This page has been viewed 1,770 times since then and 6 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on May 16, 2008, by Christopher Busta-Peck of Shaker Heights, Ohio.