Five Minutes of Baltimore History

About Five Minutes of Baltimore History

Five Minutes of Baltimore History hosted by Johns Hopkins is a storytelling series that reveals the lives and legacies behind Baltimore’s neighborhoods, landmarks, and leaders. Episodes run as short, compelling vignettes that invite listeners to discover how Baltimore’s heritage and historic places have shaped our city and our nation.

Publisher

Johns Hopkins

Category

history · society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

4 Nov 2025

Latest episode

13 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

45 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   13 Oct 2026

   Philanthropist George Peabody

   Inspired by the many cultural and educational opportunities available whilst he was living and working in London, Peabody set out to bring these same opportunities to the United States through philanthropy. The most significant of these efforts remains the Peabody Institute.

2. 

   6 Oct 2026

   Fox Mansion

   Did you know that a house ransacked by the British during the War of 1812 stills stands in Baltimore?

3. 

   28 Sept 2026

   Ghost Signs

   Have you ever noticed the fading signs painted on buildings all around Baltimore? Welcome to the World of Ghost Signs!

Reach and audience

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Apple Podcasts (US)

4.9 / 5

7 ratings

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