Cross Street Partners

The North Avenue Market stands as a remarkable 57,000-square-foot historic structure, complemented by an expansive 40,000-square-foot basement. Owned by the Central Baltimore Partnership, this iconic building is set to undergo a transformation into a lively arts and entertainment destination, aiming to breathe new life into the Station North area.

Located on the grounds of Confederate General Bradley T. Johnson’s former residence, the North Avenue Market opened its doors in 1928, proudly promoting itself as “Baltimore’s largest enclosed sanitary market.” At its inception, the bustling venue featured twelve vibrant retail shops and a lively 22-lane bowling alley, quickly evolving to host over 200 grocery vendors, each contributing to the market’s rich tapestry of flavors and goods. Unfortunately, the shadow of the Great Depression and the impacts of World War II significantly diminished its customer base, culminating in a devastating six-alarm fire in 1968 that forced its decline.