Story Archive
The Peale stewards a growing digital archive of Baltimore stories, amplifying community voices about everything from Baltimore neighborhoods and landmarks to social and environmental justice, education, local food, and much more! Listen to thousands of stories from people around Baltimore and Maryland on the Peale’s Story Map or on our SoundCloud channel! Don’t forget to record YOUR story!
Researchers can contact the Peale for details about additional collections, rights, metadata, and more. We’d also be happy to supply transcriptions upon request. If you’re recording a story, please take a few moments to read our Stories Terms of Use.
Lexington Market Stories
Part of the Lexington Market Public History Initiative in an effort to collect stories and memories about the world-famous Lexington Market.
The Guardians: Reshaping History
A photo, documentary, and storytelling project that celebrates Black female leaders across Baltimore City neighborhoods.
Out of the Blocks
Out of the Blocks is an immersive listening experience, created by Aaron Henkin and Wendel Patrick, built from a mosaic of voices and soundscapes on the streets of Baltimore. Includes more than 100 stories!
The Arts in Baltimore
Hear residents of the city talk about murals and art around Baltimore. Hear from area artists too about their latest works.
Vax Vox: COVID-19 Stories
Stories from people about their experiences with COVID and getting the vaccine. Part of national vaccination effort.
Mama Linda's Chapbook
The Peale’s Storyteller-in-Residence Mama Linda Goss shares stories, poetry, songs, and insights about life in the modern world.
Baltimore History & Architecture
Listen to stories and interviews about Baltimore and Maryland history and architecture with local and regional experts.
Town Creek: Maryland Environmentalists
Stories documenting 40 years of environmental expertise to inspire a sustainable future in Maryland.
Maryland Voices: Democracy in America
The Smithsonian exhibition “Voices and Votes: Democracy in America,” inspired this story collection.
Stories about Life in Baltimore
The original “Baltimore Stories” collection is an authentic way to discover the people and places of the city. Includes “Stoop Shoots by Daisy Brown” and stories about working in Baltimore.
Chicory Revitalization Project
Students in an Urban History class interpret poems from the historic Chicory Magazine, which captured the frustration of Black Baltimore from 1966-1983.
Baltimore Places
Begun as a project called “Be Here: Baltimore,” these stories explore little-known places and neighborhoods in the city, as told by people who live in “Charm City.” Includes walking tours of the city too!
Peale Faces Project
Baltimore residents share stories as they sat for historic-style silhouette portraits with Baltimore artist Lauren Muney. Portraits are on display at the Peale.
