About Baltimore

About Baltimore: [ Host City Event ]

The Baltimore You Know—And Don’t Know
OK, you all know about the Star Spangled Banner. But did you know ice cream was invented here — and cyberspace? Who built the first railroad on the planet? And the American Civil War — it started here.

Baltimore literally stands at the crossroads of history and innovation—with more incredible firsts than you might imagine. What's more, the port city retains an international flair, not only around its Inner Harbor, but also throughout its patchwork quilt of surrounding neighborhoods, each with their own individual charm and flavor.

And speaking of flavor, no visit to Baltimore is complete without a taste of the world-renowned Chesapeake Bay cuisine. It's why Baltimore’s been called "the gastronomic capitol of the universe!"

Visit www.baltimore.org to learn more!