Oliver, Baltimore
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Area code 410, 443, and 667 | | |
Oliver is a
In the past, Oliver has experienced economic depression, housing abandonment, and the after-effects of the Baltimore riot of 1968. In recent years, a steadily increasing number of diverse families and young professionals have returned to the Oliver community. In hand with long term homeowners, new homeowners are experiencing a transforming community.
The neighborhood was a filming location for the Baltimore-based HBO drama
Demographics
According to the 2010 census, the neighborhood had a total population of 4,153 people; 96.7% African-American, 1.3% White, 0.3% Asian, and 2.5% from some other or multiple ethnicities.
Though the area was once considered middle-class, it has in the last century experienced economic depression and housing abandonment. As of 2000, 25.0% of all housing units were vacant. In recent years, this neighborhood has begun to rebuild new, affordable, energy efficient townhomes.
Several organizations are revitalizing the area, including the Oliver Community Association, Come Home Baltimore, The 6th Branch, Oliver Beautification Alliance and the Oliver Economic Development Corporation.
See also
- Dawson murder case
- National Great Blacks in Wax Museum
- St. Francis Xavier Church (Baltimore)
References
- ^ "Fighting the Power The Black Panther Party in Baltimore: The First of a Two-Part Series"., City Paper (February 2nd, 2007)
External links
Media related to Oliver, Baltimore at Wikimedia Commons
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