About

Launched in 2014, Doors Open Baltimore, hosted by Baltimore Architecture Foundation, is an annual city-wide festival honoring Baltimore’s diverse cultural tapestry by highlighting its vibrant neighborhoods, captivating architecture, and distinctive spaces that contribute to the city’s exceptional charm.

How this works

On one Saturday in October, 40-50 buildings across the city, many that are not normally accessible, open their doors to the public for drop-in exploration. Have you walked or driven by a building and always wondered what it look like inside or what goes on in there? Doors Open Baltimore is your chance to find out. Additionally, guided tours take place for in-depth exploration throughout the month of October. Get on the mailing list to be alerted when registration opens.

Get involved with Doors Open Baltimore

Do you own or work in (or are designing/renovating/developing) a space that is of architectural, historic, or cultural significance? Tell us about your space and we may be able to include it as an open house or guided tour site. What space(s) should be part of our Doors Open Baltimore or tour schedule? Give us suggestions!

Do you like hanging out in cool places and interacting with people? Volunteer to be a greeter, welcoming people to Doors Open sites. Indicate your interest on our volunteer sign-up form.

Do you work for a business that might like to sponsor Doors Open Baltimore and get their company logo in front of thousands of participants? Doors Open Baltimore is made possible by generous event sponsors. Check out the 2025 sponsorship levels and benefits. Check back soon for 2026 sponsorship packages.

Need to reach us? Contact us at doorsopenbaltimore@gmail.com.