Douglass Place

Douglass Place comprises five Renaissance Revival rowhouses standing two stories along Dallas Street in Fell's Point. Each building displays segmental-arched windows and doors with decorative metal cornices that reflect the careful craftsmanship of their era.

These rowhouses were built in 1892 on land where a Methodist church once stood that had served the community. The construction marked a significant moment when formerly enslaved people could own and build property in this neighborhood.

The rowhouses provided homes for African American families during a time when housing choices were severely limited by discrimination. Walking past them today, you sense the resilience of the community that made this neighborhood their own.

The rowhouses are located in Fell's Point near the waterfront and are easily accessible on foot from nearby streets. You can view the exteriors and architectural details from the public sidewalk, as the buildings are private residences.

This was the only real estate investment made in Fell's Point by the owner, who was widely known across the nation. His decision to put resources into property here reveals a personal connection to this particular corner of the city.