Biography - Photos - References - Media - Contact - Appearances & Events - WilliamFuld.com Media FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Mayor Dixon Designates Twelve City Buildings as Historic Landmarks "The City of Baltimore cherishes these jewels because they are unique and authentic," said Mayor Dixon. "Our City is richer because we have so many Landmarks, the real places that tell the real Baltimore stories." Landmark and historic district designations are proposed by CHAP, reviewed by the Planning Commission and legislated by the Mayor and City Council. The following buildings have been granted historic designation: The owners of the historic landmarks and community representatives joined the Mayor together for this important occasion, which also served to kick off May as "Preservation Month" in Baltimore. All month long, an exhibit called "Baltimore Jewels: Additions to the Baltimore City Landmark List" will showcase the 12 new landmarks being celebrated and will remain in City Hall’s North Gallery to be enjoyed by the public. In 1964, the City of Baltimore established CHAP to protect dozens of historic buildings near Mount Vernon Place. For 45 years, and with many contributions of both government leaders and citizenry, Baltimore City's historic preservation program is the most extensive of any local government in the State. There are currently 11,000 designated structures included within CHAP’s jurisdiction. CHAP's board, staffing and programming is located within the Department of Planning. The Division of Historical and Architectural Preservation administers the City's preservation activities. OUIJA® and MYSTIFYING ORACLE® are both trademarks of Hasbro, Inc.
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