Guardians Panel Discussion * American Indian Walking Tour * Learn About the MD Women's Heritage Center * Keeping Quilting Alive with Griot Edna and More ...

March 2022

BNHA is spreading the word on history making women in Baltimore!

This month check out the new self-guided walking tour that focuses on American Indian history in East Baltimore created by baltimorereservation.com. You can also check out a new virtual tour of the Maryland Women's Heritage Center, shop women makers on Authentic Baltimore, learn about Baltimore women that work to keep their communities safe through our Guardian panel discussion and learn more about the history of hand sewn quilts from Griot Edna.

BNHA is making sure that women history makers in Baltimore get the appreciation and documentation that they deserve. As always we thank all of our partners and the community, for making sure that these stories are told and these heroines get their seats at the table in crafting the story of Baltimore!

Shauntee Daniels

Executive Director

Partner Profile

Maryland Women's Heritage Center (MWHC)

2021 Heritage Investment Grant (HIG) Awardee

BNHA is proud to support the Maryland Women’s Heritage Center (MWHC) with a 2021 Heritage Investment Grant (HIG) award for critical operations. The HIG Fund supports non-capital projects that advance heritage tourism in Baltimore’s heritage area, with operational support being one of its types of support under this grant program.

After operating virtually since 2017, the MWHC moved into the historic Women’s Industrial Exchange (WIE) building in December 2020 as its new physical home. This building is an important Baltimore landmark, which served and supported Baltimore women since 1880. This building is now operated by Marion House with rental space leased to the Maryland Women’s Heritage Center, aligning both visions of each organization.

Funds will be used for operating expenses and to develop an exhibition to celebrate the unique stories of all Maryland’s women and their contributions to the past, present and future and how they have shaped our history. This will be the first Center of its kind in the nation and the Baltimore National Heritage Area is thrilled to support these important efforts adding a rich and diverse narrative to Baltimore’s story.

www.mdwomensheritagecenter.org

Images Courtesy of the Maryland Women's Heritage Center

It's More Than History

Lecture Series

March

The Guardians Panel Discussion

Featuring Guardians speakers and Whitney Frazier, artistic director

Friday, March 25, 2022 | 12:00pm -1:00pm (ET)

Free online - RSVP Required

April

Everything You Know about Indians is Wrong

Featuring Paul Chaat Smith (Comanche), National Museum of the American Indian curator

Friday, Late April, 2022 | 12:00pm -1:00pm (ET)

Free online - RSVP Required

May

By Any Means Necessary: Stories of Survival

Not Just a Game: The Story of Savage

Film Screenings

With Jeffrey Kent and David Gibney

Friday, Late May, 2022 | 12:00pm -1:00pm (ET)

Free online - RSVP Required

Heritage Investment Grant (HIG) Opens on April 1, 2022

BNHA manages the Heritage Investment Grant program. This grant is a source of federal funding designed to provide small, but strategic investments in cultural heritage tourism projects within the geographic boundary of the national heritage area and which align with the U.S. National Park Service's priorities. The Heritage Investment Grant provides funds for non-capital projects.

Click Here for More Information on Our Upcoming Cycle

Pictured: Eubie Blake National Jazz Institute and Cultural Center, Collections Care & Archiving Project, 2021 Heritage Investment Grantee - Photo credit: Eubie Blake National Jazz Institute and Cultural Center

BNHA's Umbrellas Are Here!

A donation of $25 or more to BNHA gets you one of our one-of-a-kind golf-sized Baltimore-themed umbrellas. These umbrellas feature images by many of your favorite local photographers of the great neighborhoods and cultural institutions in the city.

CLICK TO GET YOUR UMBRELLA TODAY!

Women's History Month

Learn more about Griot Edna Williams and her work in the community to keep the art of hand sewn quilting alive in the African American community in Baltimore.

Griot Edna also talks about the importance of the work of the Maryland Women's Heritage Center (MWHC) and its focus on preserving the history of women in Maryland.

Maryland Women's Heritage Center Featured Artist - Griot Edna Williams

Save the Date - May 13, 2022

Voices of a Black Butterfly

Film Screening

Voices of a Black Butterfly is a BNHA documentary that takes a deep dive into the diverse cultures of Baltimore. You will hear the real experiences of the “other” Baltimore and how it is to survive and thrive in a city that doesn’t always acknowledge your presence and history. Why do they continue to love a city that doesn’t always love them back? VOABB looks to answer this question.

Calling All Baltimore Young Artists!

3rd Annual

History Through Arts Competition

The purpose of this contest is to engage City youth in an art exhibit showcasing their unique talents while also expressing their view of life in Baltimore City.

BNHA will host a summer exhibit showcasing this artwork in partnership with the Downtown Partnership in 2022. The contest is open to Baltimore youth ages 9-18. Submissions can take the form of photography and works on paper. The deadline for submissions is May 25, 2022. Click here for submission details.

Awards:

Grand Prize $300

Second Place $200

Third Place $100

Honorable Mention (2) $50.00 Gift Card

Invite Us to Your Next Community Event!

BNHA would like to come out and share information on grants, programs and initiatives with your audience of residents. Our programs can improve the neighborhood, improve a historical site and even provide a historical narrative. Contact Kenyona Moore to have BNHA come out and support your next event.

AUTHENTIC BALTIMORE

The perfect place to peruse and purchase unique Baltimore-themed and inspired gift items. You will also find Baltimore cultural events listed that will aid you in better appreciating the rich culture and history of the city experience.

Visit Authentic Baltimore TODAY!