Smart Speaker Enabled
The Peale is Baltimore’s Community Museum.
Peale News by Voice
The Peale is Baltimore’s Community Museum—and now, you can experience it through your smart speaker. With Peale News by Voice, The Peale brings museum updates, stories, and practical information directly into your home through Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant–enabled devices. Whether you are planning a visit, curious about Baltimore history, or simply want to hear what’s happening at The Peale, Peale News by Voice makes it easy to stay connected using simple voice commands.
What Is Peale News by Voice?
Peale News by Voice is a custom smart-speaker experience that allows listeners to access curated content from The Peale using voice technology. Designed for accessibility, convenience, and discovery, this feature extends the museum beyond its physical walls and into everyday life. Using your smart speaker or mobile device, you can hear:
- Current museum hours and visitor information
- Updates on exhibitions, programs, and events
- Highlights from The Peale’s digital storytelling and archives
- Fun facts and trivia about The Peale and Baltimore’s history
General information about the museum, its mission, and its work
This voice experience reflects The Peale’s commitment to sharing Baltimore stories through diverse media and platforms.
How to Listen on Alexa and Google Assistant
Getting started is simple and takes only a moment.
- On Amazon Alexa, say: “Open Peale News”
- On Google Nest or Google Assistant, say: “Talk to Peale News”
You can also use Google Assistant on your phone to access Peale News by Voice anywhere, anytime. Once activated, the skill will guide you through available updates and content using natural, conversational prompts.
Why Voice Matters at The Peale
As Baltimore’s Community Museum, The Peale explores new ways to share history, art, and lived experience. Voice platforms allow the museum to reach audiences who may not always engage through traditional websites or social media.
Peale News by Voice supports:
- Hands-free access to museum information
- Increased accessibility for visually impaired users
- New ways to experience storytelling and interpretation
Broader reach beyond the museum’s physical location
By embracing smart-speaker technology, The Peale continues its long tradition of innovation—dating back to its origins as one of the first purpose-built museums in the United States.
A New Way to Experience a Historic Baltimore Museum
Housed in a landmark building in downtown Baltimore, The Peale blends history with contemporary voices and media. Visitors often describe it as a “new / not-new Baltimore treasure”—a place where past and present meet in thoughtful, engaging ways.
Peale News by Voice extends that experience beyond the gallery, offering a lightweight, conversational way to stay informed and inspired.
Stay Connected with The Peale
In addition to Peale News by Voice, you can stay connected through:
- The Peale’s eNewsletter
- In-person exhibitions and programs
- Virtual exhibitions and digital storytelling projects
Community-driven history initiatives
To learn more or plan a visit, explore the rest of the site or contact The Peale directly.
The Peale, Baltimore’s Community Museum
225 Holliday Street
Baltimore, MD 21202
T 667.225.1814 | E info@thepeale.org
