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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, ... more
FAQs about Five Minutes of Baltimore History:How many episodes does Five Minutes of Baltimore History have?The podcast currently has 19 episodes available.
March 05, 2026Lake TroutThe history of Lake Trout, a quintessential Baltimore food that's deep fried, delicious, and definitely not trout!...more5minPlay
February 24, 2026St Frances AcademyStarted in 1828, St. Frances Academy is the oldest predominantly African American Catholic high school in the country....more5minPlay
February 20, 2026Underground Railroad and the B&O RailroadThe stories of enslaved people used the B&O Railroad as part of the Underground Railroad, making their way to freedom in Pennsylvania and beyond....more5minPlay
February 13, 2026Baltimore Album QuiltsBaltimore album quilts were created to be showcased on walls and often featured iconic Baltimore scenes like the Battle Monument, Clipper ships, as well as symbols from everyday life....more5minPlay
February 10, 2026Painted ScreensPainted window screens are a unique folk art tradition in Baltimore, started in 1913 by a grocer to display produce without putting it outdoors....more5minPlay
February 03, 2026Mrs. Watson's Tourist HomeDuring Jim Crow segregation and racism, the Green Books helped African American motorists find hotels, restaurants, gas stations, and other safe places to patronize, including Mrs. Watson's Tourist Home in Baltimore....more5minPlay
January 23, 2026Cecil Calvery StatueWho is that handsome man in front of the Mitchell Courthouse?...more5minPlay
January 13, 2026New Thrillers: "Best Offer Wins" by Marisa Kashino and "The Gallagher Place" by Julie DoarMore twists and turns than a carnival helter skelter!...more4minPlay
January 13, 2026The Baltimore Harbor TunnelThe Baltimore Harbor Tunnel is a 1.4-mile, four-lane tunnel opened in November 1957. At the time, the tunnel was considered an engineering marvel....more5minPlay
January 08, 2026Shake N Bake Family Fun CenterShake & Bake Family Fun Center is a fabulous neighborhood recreation center and gathering place in Upton. Let's go skating!...more4minPlay
FAQs about Five Minutes of Baltimore History:How many episodes does Five Minutes of Baltimore History have?The podcast currently has 19 episodes available.