This museum tells the story of Frederick Douglass life from birth to working on the Docks as a ship's caulker to escaping and marrying Anna Murray. Frederick Douglass worked for the First African American owned Dock Company in the U. S. Of Byers was one of the founders. This museum is kid friendly with interactive exhibits. Call to make sure that this place is open to the public. This space is rented out for private events. The outside of the building sign states Living Classroom. I called from my car to confirm the location...
Read moreWeddings at Frederick Douglass Maritime Park are not only unique because they can be held right on the waterfront pier, but because portraits in and around the venue, especially the views taken from the 3rd floor looking out onto the brick courtyard, are incredible! The flow happens seamlessly for guests as they move from the ceremony on the pier into the courtyard for cocktails and then up to the 3rd floor for the reception. Night portraits on the pier are my favorite here! IG:...
Read moreExplore Baltimore - Frederick Douglass - Isaac Myers Maritime Park The Frederick Douglass-Isaac Myers Maritime Park is a Living Classrooms Foundation campus and national heritage site. It celebrates the contributions of African Americans in the development of Baltimore’s maritime industry, focusing on the saga of renowned author Frederick Douglass’ life as an enslaved child and young man, as well as on the life of Isaac Myers, a free born African American who became a...
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