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Coca-Cola Bottling Company of Baltimore Building
Facade of the former Coca-Cola bottling factory from Kirk Ave, Baltimore MD.jpg
Coca-Cola Bottling Company of Baltimore Building is located in Baltimore
Coca-Cola Bottling Company of Baltimore Building
Location in Baltimore
Coca-Cola Bottling Company of Baltimore Building is located in Maryland
Coca-Cola Bottling Company of Baltimore Building
Location in Maryland
Coca-Cola Bottling Company of Baltimore Building is located in the United States
Coca-Cola Bottling Company of Baltimore Building
Location in the United States
Location 2525 Kirk Ave., Baltimore, Maryland
Built 1939
Architectural style Moderne
NRHP reference No. 13000847
Added to NRHP October 23, 2013

The Coca-Cola Bottling Company of Baltimore Building is a cool historic building in Baltimore, Maryland. It was built in 1939. This building used to be where Coca-Cola was bottled for the city!

It's designed in a special way called the Moderne style. This style was popular back then. The building has neat features like rounded corners and smooth stone bands. You can also see cool designs with the famous Coca-Cola Company logo on its walls.

In 2013, this building became a recognized historic place.

The Coca-Cola Building: A Baltimore Landmark

This building at 2525 Kirk Avenue is more than just an old factory. It's a piece of Baltimore's history. It shows how buildings looked and were used many years ago.

What is Moderne Architecture?

The Moderne style is a type of architecture from the 1930s and 1940s. It's a bit like Art Deco, but often simpler. Buildings in this style often have:

  • Smooth surfaces
  • Rounded corners
  • Long, horizontal lines
  • Simple, sleek designs

The Coca-Cola building in Baltimore is a great example of this style. Its design makes it stand out even today.

A Place on the National Register

The building was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2013. This is a special list kept by the United States government. When a building is on this list, it means it's important to the history of the country. It's recognized for its unique design or its role in the past.

Being on the National Register helps protect historic places. It makes sure they can be enjoyed and learned about for many years to come.

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