The Baltimore Holocaust Memorial is a striking place of remembrance, designed to confront visitors with the horror and magnitude of the Holocaust. Located in Historic Jonestown, just a short walk from the Inner Harbor, this open-air memorial features a haunting sculpture by Joseph Sheppard—contorted, emaciated bodies consumed by flames—symbolizing the suffering of millions.

The entire plaza is designed with symbolism: a massive concrete triangle reflects the badges Jews were forced to wear, while vintage railroad tracks embedded in the ground evoke the trains that carried victims to their deaths. Towering concrete monoliths stand at the memorial’s edge, representing the boxcars used in deportations, with words from Holocaust survivor Primo Levi carved into their sides.

This solemn site is not just a memorial—it’s a reminder. A powerful quote from historian Deborah Lipstadt warns of the consequences of silence, while George Santayana’s famous words—”Those who do not remember the past are destined to repeat it”—serve as a call to vigilance. Whether you come to reflect, learn, or pay respects, the Baltimore Holocaust Memorial delivers a profound experience that lingers long after you leave.