North Avenue to the north; Laurens Street to the south: Pennsylvania Avenue to the east; McCulloh Street to the west Zip Code: 21217
Druid Heights is rich in character and diversity. The community has been an important African American community for well over one hundred years. It has two commercial corridors, North Avenue and Pennsylvania Avenue and a history for entertainment and religious attractions in the area.
Former Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall was a member of St. Katherine's Church. Avenue Market has been revitalized and made more attractive as minority vendors occupy the huge space featuring the countries of Africa.
Houses along Druid Hill Avenue and McCulloh Street were constucted during the 1890's. The homes contain large interior design with three stories and as many as five bedrooms. During the 1920's homes were built on Etting Street. Etting Street was formally a stream of water known as "Spicer's Run".
North Avenue was the northern boundry of Baltimore City until 1890. African Americans were not allowed to cross the county line after dark. Many affuent African Americans lived in these large homes considered on the county line. This community served as an entertainment center for Blacks throughout segregation. Much of the community has been destroyed as a result of the 1968 King riots. Druid Heights is considered an Urban Renewal Area.
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This list may not include all schooling options for this neighborhood. For more information on Baltimore schools visit theLive Baltimore's School Links.
George E. Kelson Elementary School
Eutaw Marshburn Elementary School
Booker T. Washington Middle School
Frederick Douglas Senior High School
St. Peter Claver Catholic Church
St. Katherine's of Alexandria Episcopal Church
Payne Memorial African Methodist Episcopal Church
Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church
Trinity Baptist Church
Kelly Little, Executive Director
Druid Heights Community Development Corporation
1821 McCulloh Street
Baltimore, MD 21217
410-523-1350, ext.10
E-mail: klittle@druidheights.com www.druidheights.com
