City of Baltimore - The Authentic Baltimore Initiative

was developed by the Baltimore City Heritage Area in consultation with local museums, restaurateurs, hoteliers and tour operators. This initiative allows sites, services and events to apply for designation as part of the “Authentic Baltimore Experience.” The designation allows visitors and local area residents alike to identify resources such as restaurants, hotels, museums and festivals that authentically convey the heritage of Baltimore. The list of certified resources can be found at www.authenticbaltimore.org. Certified resources are entitled to use the Authentic Baltimore logo in all advertising materials and are supplied their choice of window decals, banners or table top signs to use on site. When this logo is utilized on site and in promotions, it will enable visitors and area residents to determine places to visit, shop, eat, and experience when they want to get in touch with the real Baltimore. The Heritage Area is partnering with the the Baltimore Area Convention and Visitors Association as well as the Greater Baltimore Cultural Alliance to promote certified resources. All three organizations will use this designation in their promotional materials as well as in the new Baltimore Fun Guide

The Baltimore City Heritage Area Association will review applications within ninety days of receipt. Applicants will be notified of the results of the review process as soon as possible. For more information on the program or on review committee meeting dates please call 443-984-2369 or contact Abbi Wicklein-Bayne abbi.wicklein-bayne@baltimorecity.gov.
Sat. May 17, 2008