January 19, 2024 - Baltimore Peninsula has officially unveiled Elijah’s Park, a project designed by Hoerr Schaudt in collaboration with PI.KL Studio Architect. The new public space honors the legacy of American politician and civil rights advocate, Rep. Elijah Cummings, who is known for his tremendous contributions to the city of Baltimore. Located between Rye Street Market and 250 Mission, this 28,000 SF park features sculptural pavilion structures, a large oval lawn, trees and native plants, a playground designed by MONSTRUM and a BLM-inspired mosaic by The Choice Program at UMBC.
Read the original article by Ed Gunts from Baltimore Fishbowl here.
Photograph by Alain Jaramillo Photography.