11/03/2020
A friendly BMI reminder to go VOTE!
#BaltimoreVotes
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Step back into the days of a port city. Explore galleries, enjoy guided tours, and hands-on activities. Details at www.thebmi.org. The Baltimore Museum of Industry is a connection factory.
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Only when you suit up to shuck oysters, develop your own video game, or watch a blacksmith forge iron does your connection reveal itself. It could be the moment you realize how important your grandfather’s factory job really was in building this great city. It could be the “That’s what I wanna do when I grow up” moment. We don’t know what your connection to Baltimore’s story is, but we do know one thing. This is where you’ll find it.
Only when you suit up to shuck oysters, develop your own video game, or watch a blacksmith forge iron does your connection reveal itself. It could be the moment you realize how important your grandfather’s factory job really was in building this great city. It could be the “That’s what I wanna do when I grow up” moment. We don’t know what your connection to Baltimore’s story is, but we do know one thing. This is where you’ll find it.
Operating as usual
11/02/2020
The BMI Education team is keeping busy with virtual field trips, digital homeschool days and our Maryland Engineering Challenge work-shops!
Check out all of the BMI's virtual learning opportunities and sign-up for one of the museums digital experiences today!
https://www.thebmi.org/visit/
10/31/2020
Happy Halloween! 🎃
Walking through the 1865 Platt and Co. oyster cannery, you wonder if some of the BMI’s exhibits hold more than just artifacts..maybe the voices of past workers? 👀
Check out our Ghosts at the Museum, BMI audio guide: https://youtu.be/b1ue5mNi5DI
#spookyseason👻 #museumghosts #hauntedbaltimore
10/30/2020
Alberta Buckson, one of the women we feature in our Women Of Steel exhibit, visited the BMI last week with her son, John.
Ms. Buckson worked at Beth Steel for 27 years and was a first class welder-- her son also worked at Bethlehem steel for 5 years.
#BMIWOS #WomenOfSteel
10/29/2020
Today, #LatinaEqualPay Day, marks the number of days Latina women must work into the year to earn what her white, non-Hispanic, male counterpart earned in the previous year. This year it falls on October 29, 303 days into the calendar year.
“That means that Latina women must work 22 months to be paid what white men are paid in just 12.”
Graphics and quote from
@nationalwomenslawcenter
To learn more about the pay gap for Latina Women, visit leanin.org
10/29/2020
Baltimore Museum of Industry's cover photo
10/29/2020
The BMI is pleased to now offer a private museum experience for our visitors!
Groups will enjoy having the museum galleries and exhibits to themselves for a full 90 minutes to self-tour and explore in a safe and socially distanced manner.
Book your experience today!
thebmi.org/open-by-appointment/
10/28/2020
From October 26 to November 30th the Baltimore Museum of Industry will hold a fundraiser where your unwanted treasures help preserve the industrial treasures of Baltimore!
Participate in our Trinket or Treasure Fundraiser!
-Free Virtual appraisals
-10% of sales benefit the BMI
-free shipping & fully insured
Visit heirloomjewelryevent.com/baltimore to sign up for your free appraisal.
10/27/2020
Vote 2020!
On behalf of the BMI Staff and Trustees, this is just a reminder to go vote.
Early voting is now open in Maryland!
Thank you to Jay for sharing such an important message. #Vote2020
10/26/2020
We know how hard teachers are working this year to adapt to the new needs of students and virtual learning... so the BMI transformed their award-winning programs into live online field trips!
Join us on Zoom on Monday, October 26th at 5:00PM or Thursday, October 29th at 7:30PM to learn about our Industry Investigators virtual tours and City Kits activity boxes. Each webinar session will give you an opportunity to sample a virtual field trip and ask questions about booking an experience. Sign up for one of the information sessions here:
10/26- https://buff.ly/35v5ryM
10/29- https://buff.ly/2JbBY5D
10/22/2020
During this moment of national reckoning around issues of race, it is important to know how Black and POC workers/communities have been affected. Hear from policy leaders about workplace race, equity, & inclusion initiatives underway in Baltimore.
Tickets: $5/general and free for members. http://bit.ly/BMIRFLsystemicracism
10/22/2020
Baltimore-area employers join movement encouraging workers, customers to vote
Businesses are encouraging their employees and customers to get out and vote! Some employers are taking steps from sponsoring voter registration events to making Election Day a corporate holiday.
With a contentious presidential election just weeks away, Baltimore-area companies are joining a growing movement by corporate America to boost voter engagement through initiatives aimed at employees and customers.
10/22/2020
A plein air workshop student capturing the beauty of our Tugboat!
This Saturday come enjoy the view and grab a treat from the BMI Farmers’ market! (Open from 9am-1pm)
#Baltimore #CharmCity #harborview #waterfrontviews #MuseumMemories #bmorelocal #farmersmarket
10/20/2020
Our education department has put together fun interactive virtual programs that dive into Baltimore’s industrial heritage! This Thursday, the BMI will be hosting a digital homeschool day for small homeschool groups and families where you can participate in these new programs!
Visit https://bit.ly/BMIHomeschoolDay to learn more about our virtual education programs and to reserve your spot today!
#museumfromhome #virtuallearning #virtualschool #homeschool #homeschooling #virtualfieldtrip #education
10/19/2020
Take a deep dive into Baltimore’s industrial past through our virtual presentations led by senior museum educator, Jack Burkert! To see more of the topics that Jack covers, visit thebmi.org/visit/adult-group-experiences/
To register for this FREE presentation click here: http://bit.ly/BMIShipbuilding
10/17/2020
Doors Open Baltimore is the free citywide festival of architecture and neighborhoods that invites you to explore Charm City! This year, the BMI has curated a South Baltimore Walking tour that you can enjoy in person or virtually!
https://bit.ly/SoBoIndustry
https://www.doorsopenbaltimore.org/
10/16/2020
Manokin River oyster project put on ‘aggressive’ timetable
The record for the world’s largest oyster restoration project is poised to be broken with a new $30 million project on Maryland’s Eastern Shore 🦪
The record for the world’s largest oyster restoration project is poised to be broken with a new $30 million project on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, but some environmentalists would like it
10/16/2020
Every Saturday the BMI Farmers’ Market is active on the museum’s campus from 9am-1pm and now you get to add something special to your visit!
When you visit the Farmers’ Market be sure to check out our newest outdoor exhibit “Women Of Steel” located on the museum’s fence along Key Highway. Take a picture and tag us at #BMIWOS
10/15/2020
What better way to make your special day memorable than celebrating at a museum! Make history with us by hosting your event at the BMI.
#MuseumMemories #MuseumWeddings
10/15/2020
Today @stoopstorytellingseries and the BMI will be live streaming the stories of workers we rarely see!
This is Jonathan Jacobs, one of our storytellers for this evening. Jonathan is a freelance actor in the Baltimore theatre community and his story is about his first time working as an extra on a professional film set, and the unexpected lessons he learned.
We are excited to hear Jonathan’s story, and the stories of all our other participants!
We have made more tickets available for this event!
10/14/2020
October of 2000, six former Bendix Radio employees founded the Bendix Radio Foundation (BRF) at the BMI to preserve the company legacy and its six decades of contributions to the radio and communication industry.
This month marks 20 years and counting of a partnership with a dedicated crew of Bendix volunteers who have worked to collect and catalog artifacts and documents related to Bendix Radio.
To view the collection visit https://buff.ly/35tPBnH
10/13/2020
Nicolette, daughter of Edie Papadakis, stopped by the BMI today by to see the 𝙒𝙤𝙢𝙚𝙣 𝙤𝙛 𝙎𝙩𝙚𝙚𝙡 exhibit and donated her moms hard hat to the museum. Her mom Edie worked at Beth Steel for more than 30 years while raising 3 kids.
#BMIWOS #WomenOfSteel #WeekOfWorkers
10/12/2020
Doors Open Baltimore is the free citywide festival of architecture and neighborhoods that invites you to explore Charm City! This year, the BMI has curated a South Baltimore Walking tour that you can enjoy in person or virtually! See what other programs you can enjoy for the rest of October!
https://www.doorsopenbaltimore.org/
10/12/2020
The BMI’s newest exhibit, Women of Steel, is now open! This free outdoor exhibit is placed on the museum’s fence that runs along Key Highway in South Baltimore.
When you visit be sure to take pictures and use the hashtag #BMIWOS!
#WeekOfWorkers #BMIWOS #WOS #museums #baltimorehistory
10/11/2020
The Maryland Engineering Challenges (MEC) are getting into gear for the 2021 season! With challenges for grades 1-12, there is something for everyone.
Make sure you are part of the action:
CHOOSE a Challenge and check out the prospective dates and guides for each competition.
CHECK OUT our suggestions on how to participate during a pandemic.
ATTEND the “drop-in”, virtual Coaches' Information Session on 10/21 from 6-8pm or reach out to the MEC engineers with any questions!
https://www.thebmi.org/visit/maryland-engineering-challenges/
10/10/2020
Explore the historic oyster canning industry with the BMI & York County History Center at the online Oyster Fest!
Enjoy a FREE live, interactive, virtual tour of the canning exhibit where industrial history comes alive with historic photographs and machine demonstrations!
10/09/2020
The Baltimore Children’s Business Fair is tomorrow at 1pm! The fair highlights brilliant young entrepreneurs, ages 6-15. Take a picture of the items you ordered or the receipt & post to social media using the hash-tags #ishoppedbcbf & #baltimorecbf !
baltimorechildrensbusinessfair.org/
10/09/2020
To allow for social distancing & open-air exploration during COVID-19, the BMI's newest exhibit, Women of Steel, will be outside on the museum’s fence along Key Highway in South Baltimore & is free of charge to view!
The exhibition will open on 10/12 during a “Week of Workers” at the museum full of programming dedicated to celebrating the history of workers in Baltimore.
10/08/2020
Every Saturday the BMI campus is open and the BMI Farmers' Market is in full swing from 9am-1pm! Check out all the amazing goods our vendors have to offer.
#BmoreLocal
10/08/2020
Join the BMI educators for a session of our Industry Investigators virtual tour of the museum and accompanying hands-on activities as a part of our Digital Home School Days!
These sessions are great for small homeschool groups and individual families looking to learn more about Baltimore’s industrial heritage. Each session is an hour, and will be hosted in live Zoom sessions. Students will have the opportunity to see our exhibits, view objects and videos of our working machinery, and interact directly with BMI staff.
https://bit.ly/BMIHomeschoolDay
#MuseumFromHome #VirtualLearning #Homeschooling
10/07/2020
Maryland Breweries Impacted By Aluminum Can Shortage, Reduced Restaurant Sales
A national can shortage is affecting Maryland breweries that have been relying heavily on the sale of packaged goods. With reduced restaurant sales, it isn't only breweries that are relying on cans--the entire beverage industry is.
https://cbsloc.al/2F2ZL5O
A national can shortage is now affecting Maryland breweries that have been relying heavily on the sale of packaged goods amid the coronavirus pandemic to stay afloat.
10/07/2020
Join the Reginald F. Lewis Museum and the BMI for a Zoom conversation on systemic racism in the workplace. During this moment of national reckoning around issues of race, we’ll hear from policy leaders about workplace race, equity, and inclusion initiatives underway here in Baltimore.
Tickets: $5/general and free for members.
Register: http://bit.ly/BMIRFLsystemicracism
10/06/2020
Join the Baltimore Museum of Industry and Stoop Storytelling Series for an evening of true stories focused on the essential work–and workers–we rarely see.
https://buff.ly/36w1Sup
07/21/2020
This Thursday at 2pm the BMI is teaming up with @coolprogeny for a junior investigators adventure!
This e-venture is FREE for summer adventure passport members and it’s $5/family for non members.
Go to coolprogenyadventures.com to learn more.
#virtuallearning #Baltimore #museums #summeradventures
07/21/2020
Tomorrow the BMI will be holding another FREE virtual tour!
Visit our website to register.
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Happy Halloween! 🎃
Walking through the 1865 Platt and Co. oyster cannery, you wonder if some of the BMI’s exhibits hold more than just artifacts..maybe the voices of past workers? 👀 Check out our Ghosts at the Museum, BMI audio guide: https://youtu.be/b1ue5mNi5DI #spookyseason👻 #museumghosts #hauntedbaltimore
Vote 2020!
On behalf of the BMI Staff and Trustees, this is just a reminder to go vote. Early voting is now open in Maryland! Thank you to Jay for sharing such an important message. #Vote2020
Doors Open Baltimore is the free citywide festival of architecture and neighborhoods that invites you to explore Charm City! This year, the BMI has curated a South Baltimore Walking tour that you can enjoy in person or virtually! https://bit.ly/SoBoIndustry https://www.doorsopenbaltimore.org/
Every Saturday the BMI Farmers’ Market is active on the museum’s campus from 9am-1pm and now you get to add something special to your visit! When you visit the Farmers’ Market be sure to check out our newest outdoor exhibit “Women Of Steel” located on the museum’s fence along Key Highway. Take a picture and tag us at #BMIWOS
The BMI’s newest exhibit, Women of Steel, is now open! This free outdoor exhibit is placed on the museum’s fence that runs along Key Highway in South Baltimore. When you visit be sure to take pictures and use the hashtag #BMIWOS! #WeekOfWorkers #BMIWOS #WOS #museums #baltimorehistory
BMI Educational Activities for Schools/Homeschools
At the BMI we have an exciting selection of educational activities and this year we have new educational opportunities inspired by our on-site programs: Digital Group Experiences and “City Kit” Activity Boxes! We also are offering BMI Homeschool Days once a month! To learn more about these opportunities visit thebmi.org/visit/visit-from-home/ #museumfromhome #museums #virtualmuseum #fieldtrip #virtualfieldtrip #virtuallearning #virtualteaching #virtualclassroom #homeschool #homeschooling #homeschoolcommunity #teacher #digitallearning
Museum Memories! Events at the BMI
With indoor and outdoor spaces and a fabulous staff, the BMI is offering Micro Event packages in order for you to celebrate your special day safely with your closest loved ones! Visit www.thebmi.org/facility-rental/ and book your event today! #wedding #weddings #specialevents #weddigplanning #museumwedding #weddingvenue #eventplanner #eventplanning #baltimoreweddingvenue #baltimoreweddings #waterfrontwedding #weddingphotography
Today is #NationalRollerCoasterDay 🎢 The BMI’s Design It: Balls & Tracks activity explores the world of engineering and brings amusement park fun home! Watch the whole video at bit.ly/BMIdesignit and share your roller coaster with us! #activitiesforkids #museumfromhome
Get up close and industrial with a BMI membership! This week members get access to a behind-the-scenes virtual tour focusing on the role of Black workers in Baltimore’s history. Visit thebmi.org to learn more about our membership levels and benefits. To register for this weeks members-only program contact: Auni Gelles, [email protected]
Staring the week off with @ebradyrobinsonyoga and some self-care. It’s not too late to register for tonight’s yoga class! Visit thebmi.org/programs-events/ for more information! #Yoga #museums #slowflowyoga #selfcare
The BMI encourages Baltimore’s youth to go the distance by valuing all work and those do the work! The effort you put into your dreams matter. #GoTheDistanceBmore #MyBmore #GTDB #BaltimoreCity #Maryland
This summer, @bmorechildren is leading @GoTheDistanceBMore, an encouragement campaign dedicated to the young people of our city. What would be your words of encouragement be? #GoTheDistanceBmore #MyBmore #GTDB #BaltimoreCity #Maryland
Now is the time to restore local ownership to The Baltimore Sun! Sign this petition to save The Baltimore Sun, which asks Tribune to sell it to a local nonprofit. https://www.saveourbaltimoresun.com/
Wee Workers: Chesapeake Bay
Hello Wee Workers! Watch Ms. Travis-Keene read "Meet Chadwick and His Chesapeake Bay Friends" by Priscilla Cummings and "The Pout-Pout Fish" by Deborah Diesen and, of course, say hi to her friend, Chickenteague! Click here for the activity sheet:http://www.thebmi.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Wee-Workers-Chesapeake-Bay-June-2.docx.pdf For more fun activities go to www.thebmi.org/visit/visit-from-home
Wee Workers: Kitchen Tools
Good morning to all of our Wee Workers! Watch Ms. Travis-Keene read "Cook-A-Doodle-Doo! by Janet Stevens & Susan Stevens Crummel and say hi to her friend, Chickenteague! Click here for the activity sheet:http://www.thebmi.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Wee-Workers-Kitchen-Tools-May-26.docx.pdf For more fun activities go to www.thebmi.org/visit/visit-from-home
Week Workers: Machines and Sheep!
Hello Wee Workers! Today Ms. Travis-Keene will be reading "Sheep in a Jeep" by Nancy Shaw and "Baa for Beginners" by Deborah Fajerman! Click here for the activity sheet:http://www.thebmi.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Wee-Workers-Machines-Sheep-May-19.docx.pdf For more fun activities go to www.thebmi.org/visit/visit-from-home
Wee Workers: Spring & the Baltimore Orioles!
Good morning Wee Workers! Let's join Ms. Travis-Keene read "How Things Grow" by Eric Carle and "Bear’s New Friend" by Karma Wilson and don't forget to say hi to Chickenteague! Click here for the activity sheet:http://www.thebmi.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Wee-Workers-Spring-Baltimore-Orioles-May-12.docx.pdf For more fun activities go to www.thebmi.org/visit/visit-from-home
BMI GivingTuesdayNow_Instagram Posts
While other BMI staff work from home, Kelley, RJ, Phil, and Stanley are on-site giving the museum a deep clean and keeping its collections safe. #GivingTuesdayNow #BMIGivesThanks
Wee Workers: Happy Cinco De Mayo & Mother's Day
¡Buenos Días! Good morning to all of our Wee Workers! Today is Cinco De Mayo! Today we will watch Ms. Travis-Keene read "My Mommy Hung the Moon" by Jamie Lee Curtis & Laura Cornell. We also have some early Mother's Day Activities and crafts you can make for any important lady in your life! Click here for the activity sheet:http://www.thebmi.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/Wee-Workers-Cinco-de-Mayo-Mothers-Day-May-5.docx1_.pdf For more fun activities go to www.thebmi.org/visit/visit-from-home
Tomorrow is #GivingTuesdayNow ! Every hour on the hour, the BMI will be thanking everyone who has supported us! #BMIGivesThanks
Coming next week! #GivingTuesdayNow #BMIThanksYou
Wee Workers: Transportation!
Watch Ms. Travis-Keene read Mr. Putter & Tabby Take the Train by Cynthia Rylant on the museum’s Facebook and say hi to her friend, Chickenteague! Click here for the activity sheet:http://www.thebmi.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Transportation-1.pdf For more fun activities go to www.thebmi.org/visit/visit-from-home
Wee Workers: Earth Day!
Good morning Wee Workers! Do you know what tomorrow is? Tomorrow is Earth Day! We want to celebrate Earth Day a little early so Ms. Travis-Keene and her pal Chicjenteague will be talking about recycling and they have a new story to share! Today we are reading "Cyril and Pat" by Emily Gravett. Click here for the activity sheet:https://www.thebmi.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Wee-Workers-April-21-Recycling-Earth-Day.docx1-1.pdf For more fun activities go to www.thebmi.org/visit/visit-from-home
Wee Workers: Tugboat
Wee Workers is back! Join Ms. Travis-Keene as she reads "Little Toot" by Hardie Gramatky and say hi to her friend, Chickenteague! Click Here for the activity sheet:http://www.thebmi.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Wee-Workers-April-14-Tugboat.pdf For more fun activities go to www.thebmi.org/visit/visit-from-home
You might not get to see our Educators’ smiling faces, but thanks to HistoryView VR you can still visit the BMI from the comfort of your home! Check out our “Visit From Home” page on our website for the link to this amazing VR experience! #MuseumFromHome
#AmericanFactory, directed by Julia Reichert and Steven Bognar, gives us a glimpse into the lives of the working-class— both American and Immigrant— and the challenges they face every day. Join us at @mdffparkway on January 13 for a screening and discussion of this powerful documentary! The event is free, advanced registration is required. Visit https://www.thebmi.org/ for more details. Netflix Participant Media
Groovy lamp
Stop by and make a groovy lava lamp this Saturday at Weekend Workers. Our weekend hands-on series lets kids of all ages investigate how things work. It’s far out, man. 11am-2pm, Sat. 6/29. Included with museum admission.
Crane at Work
Hey, hon! Stop by and see us at the Dundalk Heritage Fair Association this weekend and learn how cranes work. Museum teachers will be on-site to talk about our Bethlehem Steel Legacy Project, a new photography exhibit and more.
As #NationalVolunteerMonth comes to a close, we want to give a huge shout out to all of our volunteers who dedicate their time and efforts throughout the year to help make the BMI such a special place! Check out our April e-newsletter to read about BMI volunteer Phil Levery and the work he does for the museum: bit.ly/BMIApr19 #thankyou #volunteers
One of our visitors just commented that the smoke from the forge “smells like hard work.” We agree! Stop by and see Bob the blacksmith on Saturdays at the BMI.
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This song will fit nicely in your Bethlehem steel displays and your chesapeake airwaves display.
Here is my collection if pre prohibition Baltimore beer bottle collection.
https://m.facebook.com/patrick.treece.1/albums/2201450533215871/
https://www.soundclick.com/html5/v4/player.cfm?songID=1102999 a song written and sung by a Bethlehem steelworker...FISHIN' ON CHESAPEAKE BAY..
If any of you would like to learn more about Au Pair Care program, PM me please! We now have Infant Specialized Au Pairs!
Hoping to find 2 photos: one of Benkert's Park/Seafood Restaurant on Hilton Ave from the '50s; the other of a Texaco Gas Station on Wilkins Ave that my grandfather once owned, also from the 50s. Thanks.
Well the museum closed today even tho this page doesn't mention closure. Professional?????
who do I contact about a truck you may be interested in buying from me? its a 1917 model t used at 1022 e. key hwy (baltimore Industrial supply corp)