Here's another fun fact about #BaltimoreCity Black history. Today's fact includes the important role Baltimore has played in the quest for freedom through the Underground Railroad. #OECRBlackHistoryMonth #OECRBHM

#BlackHistoryMonth facts about #BaltimoreCity showcase the importance of passing down stories and keeping up with Black history. Today’s fact covers Baltimore’s Pimlico Race Course and Black jockeys. Did you know⁉️ Learning anything new⁉️ #OECRBlackHistoryMonth

DID YOU KNOW⁉️ In 1866, Isaac Myers and 15 Black men founded the Chesapeake Marine Railway and Dry Dock Company in Baltimore—the first Black-owned shipyard in the U.S. Myer’s legacy reminds us of the power of collective action and economic empowerment. #OECRBlackHistoryMonth

Baltimore is a city full of rich history, and we love to call it our home. Today, Baltimore leaders, advocates, and change-makers continue to push to correct the impacts of the Residential Segregation Ordinance of 1910. Are you enjoying our Black History Month facts⁉️

DID YOU KNOW⁉️ Today’s fact highlights the legendary Pennsylvania Avenue and one of its landmarks: The Royal Theatre. Baltimore’s Pennsylvania Avenue served as a cultural hub for Black Baltimoreans and other free Blacks looking for better opportunities. #OECRBlackHistoryMonth

Today’s #OECRBlackHistoryMonth fact celebrates the often overlooked contributions of Black privateers to naval warfare and Baltimore’s maritime history. Did you know about George Roberts⁉️ #OECR #BaltimoreCity #BHM #BlackHistoryMonth

TONIGHT‼️ Join OECR & The Community Relations Commission for our #KnowYourRights FREE workshop! Learn how to file complaints, report hate crimes, understand types of complaints, and so much more. 🗓️ Thursday, Feb 20 ⏰ 6:00pm — 📍The Welcome Center (1829 Pennsylvania Avenue)

Black sailors played a crucial and pivotal role in Baltimore’s rich history. The modern-day ‘Pride of Baltimore II’ is inspired by the famous Baltimore Clippers’ fast and agile vessels for privateering during the War of 1812. #OECRBlackHistoryMonth #BHM #BaltimoreCity

Way to go, Brandon! Brandon Hill, from Baltimore’s Reservoir Hill, is now a featured muralist in Disney World. His latest mural, depicting a cowboy, shows homage to Black cowboys that are often erased from American history. #OECRBlackHistoryMonth #BaltimoreCity

Thank you to everyone who came out to support the Penn/Laurens  Coordinated Neighborhood Stabilization Response earlier today. Our focus continues to be on supporting the community and addressing the deep trauma associated with last week’s fatal police-involved shooting.

Today, Director Amber Greene and office staff welcomed @youthworksbaltimore interns and their parents from local high schools in Baltimore. Our interns will begin at the beginning of July supporting our outreach, events, and marketing efforts for each of our 7 divisions!

EXCITING NEWS🚨 Our Equity Division has released the 2025 Equity Report from the 447th Legislative Session of the MD General Assembly. This report summarizes our division’s advocacy efforts on behalf of communities directly impacted by policy decisions. Link in bio to read!

We’re in search of Baltimore City residents who are passionate about making Baltimore a great place for everyone to live, work, and play! Join our of our Commissions: - Mayor’s Commission on Disabilities - Community Relations Commission - Police Accountability Board Link in bio

Happy Birthday to Thurgood “Mr. Civil Rights” Marshall! Mr. Marshall was born July 2, 1908 right here in Baltimore, MD. FUN FACT: Today is actually Thurgood Marshall Day in Maryland, AND today also marks the 61st Anniversary of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. What a day!

July is Disability Pride Month and this past weekend, we celebrated the 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), which is a landmark civil rights law that affirmed equal access and opportunity for millions. Join the work: bit.ly/JoinACommission

Baltimore! Today is the day. Everywhere across the city, residents, community leaders, and the men and women who keep our communities safe are coming together to celebrate National Night Out. Find an event happening in a neighborhood near you: tinyurl.com/yneb9ahc

OECR is showing up in West Baltimore tonight at Laburt Mosher Association’s meeting! Join us at 6pm 😊

Thank you to Ms. Angela, our OECR Outreach team, and the Laburt Mosher community for a great time for National Night Out! #NNO2025 #NNO

“It’s not goodbye, it’s see you later!” 🥹 Today our #YouthWorks students concluded their 5-week hands-on experience with OECR. We are grateful for their thoughtfulness & creativity while working in community impact. We’re wishing them all the best on their journeys ahead!

What was once 42 vacant lots is now home to the first new Pratt Library branch in 15 years AND 109 new mixed-income homes in Johnston Square.