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Baltimore’s Waterfront: Past, Present and Future
Exploring Baltimore’s waterfront, its past, present and future. Guests will view and learn about new and future mixed-use retail and housing developments along the shoreline in addition to gaining an understanding of its historical and industrial past, waterfront neighborhoods, transportation infrastructure, and the role it plays as a significant port along the eastern seaboard. Stops include: Harbor Point, Harbor East, Harbor Place, Baltimore Peninsula, and the new Under Armour Campus.
Note: This tour will take place on a Water Taxi in the Baltimore Harbor and a waiver will be required for participation.
Market Trends in Waterfront and Recreational Development
During this session, panelists will explore how to leverage waterfront and recreational assets through innovative mixed-use developments, projects that combine residential, commercial, retail, and public amenities to create year-round destinations. Guests will hear how developers and public agencies are approaching the balance between maximizing the value of some of the region’s most sought-after real estate and maintaining public access, walkability, and open space.
In addition, the discussion will cover how these projects can remain both livable and financially viable, including strategies for integrating affordable housing, resilient infrastructure, and community benefits into long-term development plans. By showcasing examples from Baltimore, Washington DC and San Francisco, the panel will offer insights into how cities can shape inclusive waterfronts that drive growth without sacrificing equity or public use.

