Central Baltimore Partnership

05/29/2026

Pablo Picasso once said, ”Art washes away from the soul the dust of everyday life.”

The Central Baltimore Partnership lives a mission that honors this notion that sometimes art and beautification can be more than just inspirational; it can be life-changing and revitalizing. Focusing on commercial revitalization, community building, neighborhood quality-of-life improvements, and art activations, serving 11 neighborhoods and over 25,000 residents throughout the Baltimore metro area. As a Weave , they also provide support to other orgs in neighborhood partner networks to address common needs. Over 20 past Weavers Awardees have come from Baltimore, partially made possible by their support!

They see the as a crucial "tool to elevate and celebrate the resident-led efforts and relationship building that strengthen the communities we serve,” according to Aaron Kaufman, Director of Community Projects and Programs.

“On a personal level, I can’t wait for people everywhere in the country to be inspired by the stories and incredible things that people are doing in Baltimore."

Are you inspired? Visit the trust.weavers.org to begin weaving a stronger social fabric in your backyard!



Photo courtesy of: Central Baltimore Partnership

05/29/2026

𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗕𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽'𝘀 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗲𝘆𝗲𝘀 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗹𝗼𝗽𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁

“Ashley Wallace – who took the helm of The Central Baltimore Partnership in December – won’t name a favorite among the neighborhoods that nonprofit serves.

She will say some of her earliest time with CBP was spent in the Greenmount West neighborhood, where she worked with others to tackle the vacant housing crisis.

'It’s where I learned what true and effective community organizing looks like from its longtime leaders,” she said. “What intentional and equitable revitalization can really achieve. And how hard it is.'

The latter doesn’t dim her hopes.

'We have so much to look forward to during these really uncertain and challenging times,” she said. “And the more we can all come together as a community, the stronger all of our neighborhoods and families will be.'

The Baltimore Business Journal spoke with Wallace about what that looks like.”

Read the full article on BBJ:

The new leader of the nonprofit says momentum is building along the Greenmount Avenue corridor.

05/20/2026

Join us for the first annual Open Studio Day on May 30th, from noon to 5pm. Several studio buildings will be open, such as the Cork Factory, the Copycat, and Area 405, as well as private studios in resident homes. The City Arts residencies and galleries will also be open for tours.

Stroll through Green Mount Cemetery to see the Hans Schuler sculptures. Visit the maker spaces, Tool Library and Open Works, to learn about their classes. Parking is plentiful and there are many delicious restaurants in the area.

Discover the artists who make the Station North Arts District a hub of creativity! This will be the first of an annual spring open studio day in Greenmount West and we hope that you will join us as we start this new tradition!

Photos by Mollye Miller, Jill Fannon, and Moon Design

05/18/2026

We’re honored to be one of 25 Community Hosts across the United States selected for Weave: The Social Fabric Project, an initiative of The Aspen Institute, designed to help strengthen trust, connection, and belonging within communities. With $225,000 in funding, Central Baltimore Partnership will distribute 20+ microgrants per year to local change-makers.

In April, we hosted a Kick-Off event with former Weavers across our footprint to discuss the challenges, small wins, and impactful work taking place within Central Baltimore.

It reaffirmed the importance of uplifting our quiet, grassroots leaders who are already building relationships, bridging divides, and making lasting neighborhood impact every day.

As a Weaver Community Host, we look forward to sharing local Weavers’ stories, convening gatherings that strengthen community, and investing intentionally through this year’s round of microgrants.

The Weaver Award application process will open in mid-June. Until then, please reach out to our team with any questions: [email protected]



Learn more: https://tinyurl.com/CBPweaver

05/10/2026

On Sunday, May 17th we invite you to join us on a guided walking tour to explore the historic landmarks and popular Korean eateries of the Charles North neighborhood and learn about the history behind Koreatown's key attractions.

We invite you to join our walking tour. Following the tour, there will be a panel discussion and a reception featuring Korean cuisine.

05/09/2026

Stay up to date on this year's Asia North events!

Find the most up-to-date information here:

Presenting the 8th Annual Asian Arts & Culture Festival in Baltimore’s Station North Arts District.

05/09/2026

We look at a defining domestic issue in President Trump's second term- immigration

05/06/2026

Join us this Friday for our May Art Walk in Station North!

Join us for April’s Second Friday Art Walk in Station North!

05/06/2026

05/06/2026

Join us at AREA 405 for the opening reception of Confluence: Reimagining Baltimore's Waterways this Friday May 8th 5:00 - 9:00 pm.

"In collaboration with the the Jones Falls 2076 project, AREA 405 presents Confluence Reimagining Baltimore’s Waterways, featuring visions from the Jones Falls 2076 River Reimagining Workshops, work by local university students, and contemporary artists Ann Margaret Morris, Ana Paula Teixeira & María Luisa “Mussa” Marín, Bao Nguyen, Valeska Populoh, Rhea Beckett, Jess Keyes & Patrick McMinn, Katie Kisiel, Jonna McKone, and Jordan Tierney. The exhibition will open on Friday, May 8, and close on Friday, June 12, with both events participating in the Station North Second Friday Art Walk from 5:00 – 9:00 p.m."

In collaboration with the the Jones Falls 2076 project, AREA 405 presents Confluence Reimagining Baltimore’s Waterways, featuring visions from the Jones Falls 2076 River Reimagining Workshops, work by local university students, and contemporary artists Ann Margaret Morris, Ana Paula Teixeira & Mar...