June 07, 2024
Calamity in Baltimore – Baltimore Afire
North Laurel 50+Center • 9411 Whiskey Bottom Road Laurel, MD 20723 Organized by Howard County GovernmentAbout this event
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Description
CALAMITY IN BALTIMORE – Baltimore Afire…On February 7, 1904, the course of history of Baltimore, for her people, and of the future changed when a fire ignited in a garment warehouse on the west side of downtown. The ensuing, wind driven fire destroyed the entire center city, burned over 1,500 buildings, damaged 1,000 more, and took away the workplaces and jobs of 35,000 citizens. The Great Baltimore Fire, one of the three largest urban fires in American history, was fought by over 2,000 firemen for over 30 hours. When it was over, the city was challenged with a monumental rebuild, a rebirth that was completed in under ten years. This is the story of the people, the events, and the challenges of the fire and its aftermath.Please sign up at the 50+ center front desk or by calling 410-313-0380.Age Group/Camp
Adults 50+
Location
North Laurel 50+Center varied at North Laurel 50+Center
Age and Gender
Ages 50-255 · Co-Ed