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Who We Are
The Peale is Baltimore’s Community Museum, housed in the oldest museum building in the United States.
More than two hundred years after the museum was established in 1814, The Peale is once again going strong. We’re building an inclusive archive of Baltimore stories and offering a showcase for the city’s storytellers that honors their importance and historical value.
The Peale’s mission is to provide local creators and storytellers with the space and support they need to realize a complete and accessible cultural legacy for the city of Baltimore.
The Curiosity Shop
Looking for something unique and fabulous? Stop by The Peale’s Curiosity Shop during regular hours Thursday to Sunday and check out our selection of cool consignment artwork and crafts, made by local Baltimore artists!
Plus, you’ll find a host of PEALE merchandise, like Peale T-shirts, mugs, water bottles, pens/pencils, and tote bags.
Shop local this summer!
What's On?
Of Yesterday and Tomorrow: Exhibition
JUNE 26 - August 17, 2025
This exhibition is the culmination of the 2025 New Generation Scholars Young Artist Archival Fellowship (NGSYAA). NGSYAA offers young artists an opportunity to engage with Black diasporic histories and archives, drawing from ancestral memory to inspire creativity.
One Chiliad by Jann Rosen-Queralt: Exhibition
JUNE 26 - September 21, 2025
Please join us for the opening of One Chiliad by Jann Rosen-Queralt, an environmentally focused photography exhibition. The title of the exhibition references the global conveyor belt which is measured not in length but in time. To complete a full cycle, a parcel of water is estimated to take one chiliad (or 1,000 years).
It's a Snap! What Makes Baltimore Beautiful: Exhibition
JUNE 29 - SEPTEMBER 28, 2025
Each year, the Baltimore National Heritage Area administers the It’s A Snap! photo contest. The theme was “What makes Baltimore beautiful?” The submissions reflect the unique beauty of the Baltimore National Heritage Area boundaries and the multifaceted perspectives on this great city.
Record Your Story
We believe your voice is important to creating a representative and authentic impression of life in Baltimore. We welcome your stories. You just might find your story posted here and on SoundCloud! We update and add stories regularly. Not from Baltimore, no worries. We still love hearing from people!
Listen to Stories
Over the last few years, the Peale has gathered hundred and hundreds of stories from people just like you. These story collections cover topics like the impact of COVID-19 on local communities, how art and culture have shaped people’s lives, first-time voting experiences, and more. Listen to Stories on SoundCloud or on the Peale’s Story map.
Peale News!
Find out what we’re up to behind the scenes. Learn about the latest grant news, historic research, and community programs! Contact us if you’d like to author an article to include in our news section.
