Settlers, Steamboats and Sailing Ships. The Birth of Baltimore's Inner Harbor. The Early Days It was almost twenty-five years after John Smith had made his historic landing at Baltimore in 1608, when the first English settlers started arriving. These intrepid early immigrants, were intent on building a new home for themselves in the lush, green [...]
The War Hero Discovers Federal Hill Federal Hill in downtown Baltimore is an area steeped in American cultural history that stretches back several centuries. Legend has it, that one warm June day in 1608, Captain John Smith, the English Colonial settler and war hero, sailed his ship into Chesapeake Bay and for several weeks, charted his [...]
The neighborhood of Federal Hill surrounding the legendary boutique apartment complex 1201 S. Charles is simply an extension of Baltimore luxury. No matter what you are looking for, you can find a very high class version of it in Federal Hill. Let's take a look at some of the most impressive things to do in one [...]
Betamore, located at 1111 Light Street in the heart of Federal Hill, was founded in 2012 out of a vision to foster entrepreneurship in the Baltimore area, and serve as an incubator for growing companies and individuals looking to network with other like-minded individuals. On the last Friday of every month, Betamore partners with local [...]
Those who can't get enough of Baltimore all have unique reasons for their love affairs with this awesome city. Some people simply like the look of its classic architecture. Others can't help but feel thrilled by the crisp sea air. No matter why you like it here, there are plenty of reasons to feel at [...]
Light City Baltimore From March 28 to April 3, Baltimore will be the backdrop of Light City Baltimore, the nation's first international light festival. Light City will be a celebration unlike any other; a festival showcasing the beauty of ideas, innovation, creation and ingenuity with art, music and lights. We've compiled a guide to Light City Baltimore so you [...]
The cost of living always seems to be the rise, and in Baltimore, the ability to purchase one’s own home may seem to be simply be out of reach. Sure, buying a house has always been touted as “The American Dream,” but in reality, home ownership is far from being a perfect investment. The actual dollar [...]
In Baltimore, there is always something going on. This upcoming weekend, there are many different events you can check out and enjoy the city at the same time. Check out some of the highlighted weekend events in Baltimore below and plan out your fun-filled weekend! 1st Annual Charm City Django Jazz Fest - February 26-27 [...]
The Baltimore winters can be murder on your morale. How can you stay warm without losing out on the luxury of living in Baltimore, one of the most exciting cities on the Atlantic coastline? There is a solution that actually works out better than you may think - at 1201 S. Charles, you do not [...]
South Baltimore and the Federal Hill neighborhood are among the fastest growing hotspots in the Baltimore metro area. This week, we’re bringing you some of the biggest changes in the South Baltimore business scene, from restaurants to attractions and more! Here’s what’s happening this month. Major Renovation at The National Aquarium One of the Inner [...]
