Ghosted by a City | Baltimore’s Historic Old Town Mall

Ghosted by a City | Baltimore’s Historic Old Town Mall | Aerial shots, History & More

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Жыл бұрын

Welcome back explorers! I had an amazing time exploring this historic section of Baltimore. I drove many hours and it was worth it to bring you along on my experience of this place and in the next few videos I’ll be taking you to some amazing locations.
Sadly, this area seems to be forgotten by the city, it resembles a modern day ghost town and is nearly all but abandoned. Please enjoy the architecture, the histor, the hues and the views of this amazing city!
Thank you for joining me on my journeys, following in the adventures and sharing in the experience.
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CONSTRUCTED IN 1818, THIS OUTDOOR shopping district has seen many periods of decline, revival and decline again. At its peak of 64 stores, Old Town (also known as Gay Street) was a thriving retail area designed to increase commercial purpose in the surrounding area. The market transformed the area into a diverse, middle-class neighborhood, making it an ideal neighborhood for families and downtown workers with its proximity to the Inner Harbor of Baltimore.
After the post-war era pushed families to suburban areas, the population dwindled and Old Town became one of the poorest areas in Baltimore. With decreased customers, many of the shops were forced to close or adapt to changes.
After the Baltimore Riot of 1968, the City of Baltimore attempted to revamp the mall by turning the area into a pedestrian-only zone, renaming it Old Town Mall. The city spent well over $1,000,000 on the project, even adding a large fountain in the center and an art-deco clock tower at the entrance.
By the 1980s, the area had fallen back into its disarray due to poverty and unemployment in the surrounding area that the city failed to fix. Today, the mall has only one shop running and many of the other buildings are closed, abandoned, or completely destroyed.
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@ExplorewithmeMarloC Жыл бұрын

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@ExploringWithJosh Жыл бұрын

woah this spot is actaully sick!!!!

@ExplorewithmeMarloC Жыл бұрын

It absolutely is. You should get out there and do your thing there. Lots of places to explore in MD.

@UrbexSniperHunter Жыл бұрын

Creepy Tour !! Thanks for that share.

@ExplorewithmeMarloC Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@ExploringWithBonnie13 Жыл бұрын

Very cool explore and walk around. So many cities are like this that people just don't realize. Stay safe and happy holidays.

@ExplorewithmeMarloC Жыл бұрын

So true… thank you Bonnie & happy holidays to you as well.

@stevexray6253 Жыл бұрын

There's still beauty in that old place. When you went around that big tree it was a fat man's squeeze. I probably couldn't get by it. 😁👍

@ExplorewithmeMarloC Жыл бұрын

Definitely beautiful here. I can see past the dereliction and see it as it was.. the decay isn’t bad looking either.. I just love it all! 😊

@markedwards515 8 ай бұрын

Growing up in the 70's this was a beautiful area. My Uncle owned Third World barbershop. I would get my haircut as his shop then he would give me a dollar and I would walk down about a block and buy myself some potato wedges. Sad to see it like this now. :(

@ExplorewithmeMarloC 8 ай бұрын

I’m glad you have great memories of this place. As sad looking as it is today, it still holds beauty to me.. you ca. feel the energy and sense of community this area once had. I love it here. Thank you for sharing a great memory of going to your Uncle’s shop ☺️

@NaomisAdventures Жыл бұрын

Good video

@ExplorewithmeMarloC Жыл бұрын

Thanks Naomi

@markratony7630 Жыл бұрын

Damn, where have you been all this time? Your channel just now showed up as a suggested watch. I subscribe to so many that I am surprised your channel just now showed up. I love exploration video's. I watched all the Explore with us video's on You tube. The guy used to travel to remote areas around Nevada, California, Arizona and Utah with his daughters. He stopped exploring and now has murder mystery stuff about serial killers. I miss his older stuff but he had done so many that I guess it was time to settle down. Now I have you to explore with. I just discovered your channel and love it. I had to pull each one up and push the like button before I watched them. You deserve it for your efforts. I look forward to watching all your past and future video's. I loved the video at the wrecking yard. Cars are my true love and a day the junk yard is like a day at an amusement park for a child. Can't beat it.Take care and be safe out there.

@ExplorewithmeMarloC Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much. I used to watch the EWU crew back in the day as well but can’t get into the new stuff.. guess they gotta evolve but i did love watching their channel. Hope you like the upcoming explores I have to show, everything from hiking, lost ruins, hospitals to who knows what, thank you again and I appreciate you coming along with me. Have a great week.

@thenaturemanadventures Жыл бұрын

It's like walking into an old ghost town from the 1800's but in modern day architecture. Love seeing the fine ornate details but so sad to see such abandonment. The beauty of nature as it reclaims this space is simply beautiful. Always fun walking with you 😉🤠🌲🍃

@ExplorewithmeMarloC Жыл бұрын

Definitely ghost town vibes. The city is actually beautiful and rich in history but a lot of it is so run down and littered with garbage.. sad to see really. I loved all the warm tones and colors of the city buildings & streets. Always appreciated my friend 🙃🫵🏻🍃

@peterrobino9383 Жыл бұрын

You are truly a brave young lady. It takes a lot of courage to walk anywhere in Baltimore these days

@ExplorewithmeMarloC Жыл бұрын

Thanks but I felt safe. Short walks in between driving around.

@musclerussell8109 Жыл бұрын

Did you go to home O beach. To see the old fort. Now that’s a relic

@ExplorewithmeMarloC Жыл бұрын

Never heard of homo beach, maybe you can tell me about it. I visited a few spots.. next few vids will show where.

@kimglass4851 Жыл бұрын

Wow! That opening shot of u walking reminded me of The Walking Dead. Cool yet creepy! Theres noooo way I would have a business in this vacant vicinity! Not even with an arsenal of weapons lol Beautiful abandonment and decay though! I had to laugh, the music reminded me of Charlies Angels theme song lol remember that show? The dancing meth head was a nice addition too 🤣😂 Great video Marlo and I wouldnt want to be there at night either as Im sure all the derelicts come to life! Have a great week my friend 💜

@ExplorewithmeMarloC Жыл бұрын

Hey Kim how are you, welcome to the slums, lol. This place, to me anyway was awesome to see.. sad too. Your dead on with the music.. I’m very familiar with that show, lol.. when editing this I was looking for that 70’s street, urban vibe. That cracked out woman was a straight up zombie.. she asked me if I could help her when i came out of that convenience store and I had to just keep it moving.. her eyes were dead.. tragic. Always appreciate you my friend and have an awesome week my friend ☺️😜💜

@pslyarnbarn Жыл бұрын

😮 this is crazy creepy and cool. Thanks my sweet friend

@ExplorewithmeMarloC Жыл бұрын

Definitely creepy to see, was expecting a tumbleweed to roll on through. Thank you my friend.

@thedeadzone9236 Жыл бұрын

Your video quality and editing is amazing, I went to Baltimore back in 2012 but didn't spend much time there, if I had known about this place I would definitely have checked it out

@ExplorewithmeMarloC Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much. Yes, this place (to me) is a great spot actually, so much history and it still struggles today and it’s a beautiful outdoor shopping area with what looks like at one time, a gorgeous courtyard area. The buildings are detailed and architectural of another time. This city really does have a lot to offer even though it’s so run down and slightly scary, lol.

@jaygentile5202 Жыл бұрын

That city is definitely sketchy they claim its the worst city in the country did you get into ft McHenry? We saw a lot of bad stuff there good video

@ExplorewithmeMarloC Жыл бұрын

Ya the city is pretty dangerous but offers beautiful places still. I went to a bunch of spots while out here.

@lor-granpab8159 Жыл бұрын

Hey, hello Marlo 👋! Awesome explore, isn't it amazing how things look just like a ghost town. What's was once a bustling location turns to an echo. Stay safe out there, and remember as so long there's coffee.. all adventures are possible ✌️👍☕️🤯

@ExplorewithmeMarloC Жыл бұрын

Hey Bernie.. how are you. That needs to be on a T-Shirt “As long as there is coffee, all adventures are possible.” 😉 Have a great week

@lor-granpab8159 Жыл бұрын

@@ExplorewithmeMarloC Hey Marlo, I'm doing great thank you! I tell you what, I'm going to look into it 👕 😎👍I think that would be perfect, my fellow coffee-fiend (as caffeine bonds to our DNA)

@ExplorewithmeMarloC Жыл бұрын

@@lor-granpab8159 Coffee Is Life 😜

@HauntedRamblings Жыл бұрын

Good morning Marlo! Oh my gosh... that is crazy.. that... well... person.. I was like well heck straight from the walking dead hahaha... it is awful thinking of the decline of our cities, and even our small towns... have a wonderful day my dear friend and looking forward to next time!!

@ExplorewithmeMarloC Жыл бұрын

Hi Laura, this place was shocking to see in person, the city is so run down. That female was so gone, she looked soulless in her eyes 😢 definitely a sad state of affairs going on in this city. I appreciate you checking it out my friend and have a great week ahead 🫵🏻🙃💜

@explores40 Жыл бұрын

Whoa its like a abandoned town in a lot of ways that's to bad at the time the businesses are no longer in business

@ExplorewithmeMarloC Жыл бұрын

Definitely sad to see

@explores40 Жыл бұрын

@@ExplorewithmeMarloC it is no city should become like that cool explore as always 🤠

@ExplorewithmeMarloC Жыл бұрын

@@explores40 thank you and I agree 1,000% this section of Baltimore was failed by the city.

@suemitchell9974 Жыл бұрын

Hi Marlo. Im surprised that there is one business thats open there, it really looks like ruins from another period of time. what is the place you went to at the end of this? please be safe in your travels dear. this was interesteng to see friend.

@ExplorewithmeMarloC Жыл бұрын

Hi Sue. Ya, I know for sure the pawn shop is open and maybe one other store but out of 64 stores… it’s a literal ghost town in this section. Funny thing is, it’s actually gorgeous if you can see beyond the years of dereliction. Hate to say this but you will have to see, lol.. I don’t want to spill the beans on the many places I went to. Always appreciate the support my friend, have a great week.

@MochaMaknMoney Жыл бұрын

That video was dumb. You didn't even walk up to the top and I know why😅😅😅

@ExplorewithmeMarloC Жыл бұрын

You’re entitled to your own opinion. I enjoyed being here.

@musclerussell8109 Жыл бұрын

Lol this is what you get in a democratic run popo hole. Go Brandon

@ExplorewithmeMarloC Жыл бұрын

It is what it is and I enjoyed exploring it, so whatever

@thedeadzone9236 Жыл бұрын

Do you think Republicans can do any better? All they care about is maintaining the upper class status with their mansions and luxury cars

@MGVA1982 7 ай бұрын

The cities were also Democratic run when they were thriving. Take a look at white trash red states like Mississippi, Alabama, Arkansas etc. if you want to see poverty and crime