Broadway East, Baltimore facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Broadway East
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 Broadway East
Location in Baltimore
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| Country | United States |
| State | Maryland |
| City | Baltimore |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.440 sq mi (1.14 km2) |
| • Land | 0.440 sq mi (1.14 km2) |
| Population
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| • Total | 6,629 |
| • Density | 15,066/sq mi (5,817/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
21213
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| Area code | 410, 443, and 667 |
Broadway East is a neighborhood in the East District of Baltimore, Maryland. It has clear borders: North Avenue to the south, Milton Street to the west, Broadway to the east, and Biddle Street to the north. This neighborhood is located near Oliver, Lake Clifton, Middle East, and Berea.
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Discovering Broadway East
Broadway East is a community with a rich past and an exciting future. It's a place where people are working together to make positive changes.
A Look at Its History
In the past, Broadway East was a middle-class area. Over time, it faced some tough challenges. For example, the neighborhood was affected by events like the Baltimore riot of 1968. Many residents are African Americans.
Broadway East Today: A Community on the Rise
Today, Broadway East is experiencing a big comeback! People are working hard to improve the area. This includes building new places and fixing up old ones.
Exciting New Projects
Several projects are helping Broadway East grow:
- The Mary Harvin Transformation Center and Senior Housing provides homes and support for older adults.
- The American Brewery (building) has been beautifully renovated. This historic building now has new uses.
- The Baltimore Food Hub helps bring fresh food to the community. It also supports local food businesses.
- The Southern Streams Health and Wellness Center is being built. It will offer health services.
- Southern Views Multi-family Housing is also under construction. It will provide new homes for families.
Planning for the Future
The city of Baltimore has a plan called the East Baltimore Revitalization Plan. This plan was adopted in 2018. It aims to create more affordable housing and mixed-use properties. This means buildings that have both homes and businesses. These efforts are helping Broadway East become an even better place to live and visit.
