From MICA's Brown Center, we recommend taking the Light Rail from the Mt Royal stop to the Mt Vernon stop, or walk (20 min) south down Park Ave, towards the 400 block of Howard Street.Recommended walking routes for after the party back to the hotels, are also below."One Block at a Time" This year's opening event will be hosted on the 400 Block of Howard Street in the heart of the Bromo Arts District in downtown Baltimore, creating a “block party” style experience.
This indoor / outdoor experience will be anchored at art venues Le Mondo and Current Space. Enjoy local music performances in both venues, and Mayor Brandon M. Scott will welcome participants at 6pm at Le Mondo. A drink and light snacks will be available to participants at both venues for a limited time, and then drinks are available for purchase for the rest of the evening.
The block, which was once a thriving retail and entertainment center of Baltimore, has undergone a recent transformation. It exemplifies what is possible when artists, small businesses, city agencies, and residents come together for a common goal of creating a thriving corridor to work, live and play. Throughout the evening, event attendees will experience firsthand how placemaking continues to play a part in the block transformation while getting a chance to network and enjoy local entertainment and creativity.
As part of the event we will integrate a select group of small business storefronts on Howard Street including
Vegan Juiceology, Cajou Plant Based Creamery & Cafe,
Cuples Tea House, and independent book & record store
Vinyl & Pages. All of the selected businesses play a critical role in the vibrancy of the block.
Recommended walking routes back to local hotels, as there will be extra street support out onsite for this evening:Walking route back to
Lord BaltimoreWalking route back to
Hotel UlyssesWalking route back to
Hotel Revival
