Pigtown, Baltimore

Name: Pigtown
Address: Baltimore, United States

#538 among attractions in Baltimore

Neighbourhood, Greek Revival architecture

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"Pigtown", also known as "Washington Village" is a neighborhood in the southwest area of Baltimore, bordered by Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard to the east, Monroe Street to the west, Russell Street to the south, and West Pratt Street to the north. The neighborhood acquired its name during the second half of the 19th century, when the area was the site of butcher shops and meat packing plants to process pigs transported from the Midwest on the B&O Railroad; they were herded across Ostend and Cross Streets to be slaughtered and processed. ()

Coordinates: 39°16'53"N, 76°37'58"W

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Southern Baltimore (Washington Village - Pigtown)Baltimore United States

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Pigtown – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Oriole Park at Camden Yards, M&T Bank Stadium, Camden Yards Sports Complex, Edgar Allan Poe House and Museum.

0.6 miE
Classic home of Baltimore baseball
Oriole Park at Camden Yards, Baltimore
16 min walk • Oriole Park at Camden Yards, nestled in the heart of Baltimore, United States, is a jewel in the crown of American sports venues. Opened in 1992, this classic ballpark has been the home of Major League Baseball's Baltimore Orioles and is renowned for its nostalgic...
0.6 miSE
Sport venue, Sport
M&T Bank Stadium, Baltimore
16 min walk • M&T Bank Stadium stands as a proud sentinel in the heart of Baltimore, United States, embodying the spirit of sportsmanship and community in this bustling city. This modern coliseum is the home turf of the Baltimore Ravens, the city's beloved National Football League...
0.6 miE
Sport venue, Sport, Specialty museum
Camden Yards Sports Complex, Baltimore
17 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Baltimore, Camden Yards Sports Complex stands as a beacon of athletic excellence and entertainment. This iconic sport venue, primarily known for being the home of Major League Baseball's Baltimore Orioles, is a cornerstone of the city's cultural...
0.7 miN
Preserved historic site with exhibits
Edgar Allan Poe House and Museum, Baltimore
18 min walk • The Edgar Allan Poe House and Museum is a historic site nestled in the heart of Baltimore, United States, celebrating one of the most influential literary figures of the 19th century. This modest row house, where Poe lived from 1833 to 1835, is where the renowned...
0.7 miE
Monuments and statues
Babe's Dream, Baltimore
18 min walk • Babe's Dream is a notable sculpture residing in the heart of Baltimore, United States, and serves as a tribute to one of baseball's most legendary figures, George Herman "Babe" Ruth. Situated just outside the Oriole Park at Camden Yards, this statue captures the spirit...
0.8 miNE
Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
Hippodrome Theatre, Baltimore
22 min walk • The Hippodrome Theatre stands as a beacon of culture and history in Baltimore, Maryland. This grand venue, which first opened its doors in 1914, has long been a centerpiece for the performing arts within the city. Nestled in the heart of downtown Baltimore, the theatre...
0.6 miW
Museum, History museum, Georgian architecture
Mount Clare, Baltimore
15 min walk • Mount Clare, also known as Mount Clare Mansion and generally known today as the Mount Clare Museum House, is the oldest Colonial-era structure in the City of Baltimore, Maryland, U.S.A. The Georgian style of architecture plantation house exhibits a somewhat altered five-part plan.
0.8 miNE
Skyscraper, Monuments and statues, Art gallery
Emerson Bromo-Seltzer Tower, Baltimore
21 min walk • The Emerson Tower is a 15-story, 88 m clock tower erected in 1907–1911 at 21 South Eutaw Street, at the northeast corner of Eutaw and West Lombard Streets in downtown Baltimore, Maryland.
0.7 miNE
Museum, History museum, Specialty museum
National Museum of Dentistry, Baltimore
18 min walk • The Dr. Samuel D. Harris National Museum of Dentistry – located in Baltimore, Maryland, and opened in 1996 – preserves and exhibits the history of dentistry in United States and throughout the world.
0.5 miSW
Park, Field, View point
Carroll Park, Baltimore
13 min walk • Carroll Park is a nearly 117-acre public park located in the historic Washington Village-Pigtown neighborhood in southwestern Baltimore, Maryland.
0.5 miNE
Cemetery
Old Saint Paul's Cemetery, Baltimore
14 min walk • Old Saint Paul's Cemetery is a cemetery located in downtown Baltimore, Maryland, United States. It is noted for the several important historical figures that are interred in its grounds.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Pigtown?

Nearby attractions include Mobtown Ballroom, Baltimore (4 min walk), Dorguth Memorial United Methodist Church, Baltimore (7 min walk), B&O Railroad Museum, Baltimore (8 min walk), Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Museum, Baltimore (8 min walk).

How to get to Pigtown by public transport?

The nearest stations to Pigtown:

Bus

Mount Clare Street • Lines: Orange (8 min walk)
Baltimore Street • Lines: Orange (13 min walk)

Light rail

Stadium/Federal Hill • Lines: Lr (19 min walk)
Camden Yards • Lines: Lr (19 min walk)

Train

Baltimore Camden Station (19 min walk)
West Baltimore (35 min walk)

Metro

Lexington Market • Lines: M (26 min walk)
Charles Center • Lines: M (30 min walk)