Page Contents for Baltimore, Maryland

Statistics & Facts

Location

Weather & Climate

History & History-related items

City Attractions

Government

Chamber of Commerce.

Community news

Community events.

Organizations, Churches, and Sports.

Libraries.

Schools.

Miscellany

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Statistics & Facts

The Maryland state capital is Annapolis.
The population of Baltimore is approximately 651,154 (2000), 620961 (2010).
The approximate number of families is 300,477 (2000), 249903 (2010).
The amount of land area in Baltimore is 209.296 sq. kilometers.
The amount of surface water is 29.188 sq kilometers.
The distance from Baltimore to Washington DC is 35 miles.
The distance to the Maryland state capital is 23 miles. (as the crow flies)
Baltimore is positioned 39.30 degrees north of the equator and 76.61 degrees west of the prime meridian.
The average high temperature is (summer) 85-90+ degrees F.
The average spring temperature is 52-83 degrees F.
The average fall temperature is 46-79 degrees F.

Location

not far from Washington D.C.
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Climate

changeable! Summer and early fall is the most common time for rainfall. A good time to visit Baltimore, weather-wise, is in September and October. July can often have periods of high humidity. Summer thunderstorms help cool off higher temperatures.
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Weather

seasonal. This is a current weather page for Baltimore.

To hear the local weather by phone, please call: 410-936-1212
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History & History Related Items

A history page for Baltimore.
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The founding of Baltimore

August 8, 1729

Attractions

the Baltimore Area Convention and Visitors Association
100 Light Street, 12th Floor
Baltimore, Maryland 21202
Phone: (410) 659-7300 Toll-free: (800) 343-3468
Fax: (410) 727-2308

Baltimore Area Visitors Center
301 East Pratt Street
Constellation Pier
Baltimore, Maryland 21202
Phone: 410 837-INFO (4636) or 800 282-6632

Attractions in and around Baltimore.
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Baltimore City Government

A home page for Baltimore.

Baltimore City Hall
100 N. Holliday Street
Baltimore, Maryland 21202
Phone: 410-396-3100
Fax: 410-576-9425

Baltimore is an independent city, not affiliated with any county. Baltimore County includes the surrounding area, but not any part of the city of Baltimore.

Baltimore Chamber

Baltimore City Chamber
3 W. Baltimore Street
Baltimore, MD 21201
Phone: 410-837-7101
Fax: 410-837-7104
Email

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The Baltimore/Washington Corridor Chamber of Commerce
312 Marshall Avenue, Suite 104
Laurel, MD 20707
Phone:(301) 725-4000 or (410) 792-9714
Fax: (301) 725-0776
Email

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Baltimore County Chamber of Commerce Eastern office
Atrium Offices at Eastpoint Mall
7835 Eastern Avenue, Ste 302
Baltimore, MD 21224
Phone: 410-282-9100

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Eastern Baltimore Area Chamber of Commerce
7835 Eastpoint Mall #302
Baltimore, MD 21224
Phone: 410-282-9100
Fax: 410-284-9864

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Italy-America Chamber of Commerce
Palazzo Italia 9
West Mulberry Street
Baltimore, Maryland 21201
Phone: 410-633-3919
Fax: 410-631-7575

Baltimore Community News

12 April 2015 - Man Dies In Hospital Of Spinal Injuries After Being Arrested By Police. Freddie Gray was apprehended by police when he started running from them for no apparent reason. The police new of him from other instances of crime that he had been charged with in the past, so when he started running for no apparent reason they wanted to question him. After Gray was caught and searched the police found, what they thought was an illegal knife found hidden in his clothing. They then handcuffed Gray and called for a police van to transport him. Gray was screaming and uncooperative as he was being held waiting for the van, and apparently asked for medical attention. While he was being transported he called for help and wanted medical attention but did not receive it until (36 minutes after he was apprehended)at the police station. The police called for an ambulance (because Gray was suffering from a "medical emergency") which transported Gray from the police station to the hospital. Prior to being loaded into the van he was alert, talking and actively resisting the police officers. Gray was admitted to the hospital in critical condition, which turned out to include a broken neck. He died a week later in the hospital.

The police officers involved with this incedent were soundly criticised by some city officials as well as members of the community. Gray being black turned the community outrage in to civil disobedience and even rioting in the streets. Some of the officials that were critical of the officers were also unprofessional by publicly speaking out against the officers while the officers were waiting for trial.

It turned out that prosecution of the officers by the State Attorney General was an over reach and to date(1 Aug 2016) all charges have either been dropped or officers have been acquitted at trial. It's not clear why the State Attorney General was not more diligent in treating the police officers fairly. Some of the officers have sued Marilyn Mosby (The State Attorney General) for defamation and false arrest.

The officers(and their families), after suffering a year of emotional and financial stress, now(Aug 2016) have to face an internal affairs review. The review is to determine if any of the officers violated department policy having to do with the time that they were dealing with Gray. The officers are currently on administrative duty(not on patrol) with pay and have filed for back pay.

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14 July 2016 - Man shot by police after the police were fired upon. The police were responding to shots fired when they were fired at by the man. The officers were in their car with the windows rolled down and heard the shots of an ar-15 rifle. The officers drove towards the shooting and were fired upon as they approached the Man(Dayten Ernest Harper) and returned fire, wounding him. Harper was apprehended some time later and taken to a hospital where he died. The two officers are on routing administrative leave during the investigation.

Baltimore Community Events

AN ANNUAL EVENT
The Sugarloaf Crafts Festival
coming to the Maryland State Fairgrounds in Timonium, MD near Baltimore, MD. This exciting show, now over 24th years, features hundreds of nationally recognized fine artists and contemporary craft designers from many states and Canada. Includes demonstrations, entertainment, and delicious foods. Admission $ 7/under 12 and parking FREE. Hours 10-6 Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Visit our website for discount coupons and directions or call 800-210-9900 for more information.
This is a fantastic, fun festival weekend event, don't miss it!!

Baltimore Organizations

Baltimore City Chamber
3 W. Baltimore Street
Baltimore, MD 21201
Phone: 410-837-7101
Fax: 410-837-7104
Email

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The Baltimore/Washington Corridor Chamber of Commerce
312 Marshall Avenue, Suite 104
Laurel, MD 20707
Phone:(301) 725-4000 or (410) 792-9714
Fax: (301) 725-0776
Email

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Baltimore County Chamber of Commerce Eastern office
Atrium Offices at Eastpoint Mall
7835 Eastern Avenue, Ste 302
Baltimore, MD 21224
Phone: 410-282-9100

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Eastern Baltimore Area Chamber of Commerce
7835 Eastpoint Mall #302
Baltimore, MD 21224
Phone: 410-282-9100
Fax: 410-284-9864

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Italy-America Chamber of Commerce
Palazzo Italia 9
West Mulberry Street
Baltimore, Maryland 21201
Phone: 410-633-3919
Fax: 410-631-7575

Baltimore Libraries

Baltimore County Library
320 York Road
Baltimore, Maryland 21204
Phone: 410-887-6100
Fax: 410-887-6103

Baltimore Schools

Baltimore City Public School System
200 East North Ave.
Baltimore MD 21202
Phone: 410-396-8700 Baltimore

Miscellany

The population of Baltimore was:
1990 - 736,014
2000 - 651,154