Brown's Arcade, Historic retail building in Baltimore, Maryland, USA
Brown's Arcade is a brick structure in downtown Baltimore that combines four former rowhouses through a continuous interior passage. The building offers small retail spaces at street level with office areas positioned above, all connected by a central covered walkway.
The building was created in 1904 when architect Henry F. Brauns converted four Federal-style rowhouses into a commercial arcade with Colonial Revival details. This transformation reflected Baltimore's shift from residential to commercial development during that era.
The architectural transformation from individual rowhouses to a commercial arcade reflects the evolving commercial needs of early 20th century Baltimore.
The building is located on North Charles Street in downtown Baltimore and has a clearly visible street frontage. The interior passage and shops are typically accessible during business hours.
The building retains its original function as a retail arcade, maintaining the straight central walkway that connects multiple small commercial spaces.
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