Harbor Point’s New Park: Point Park is Now Open!
Photo: Corey Jennings, courtesy of Brooke Lierman
Last week on May 1st, we cut the ribbon on our city’s newest public green space- Point Park!
Point Park sits right on the waterfront in the heart of Harbor Point, with 4.5 acres of green space and sweeping views of the harbor.
The park sits on land that was historically inhabited and stewarded by Native Americans, including members of the Piscataway, Susquehannock, and Lumbee tribes.
Waterfront Partnership President Laurie Schwartz kicked off the event by talking about the excitement and drive behind Point Park, and the collaborative efforts between government officials and businesses that brought us to this moment. Max Beatty, of Beatty Development Group, provided context for this redevelopment project, and following speakers included Maryland Comptroller Brooke Lierman, Baltimore City Recreation and Parks Chief of Staff Jacia Smith, Baltimore Development Company President and CEO Colin Tarbert, and Wopila Consulting CEO Lillian Sparks-Robinson. These speakers all contributed to the group effort of bringing this new beautiful park to our waterfront and creating it as a space that is intentionally designed and reflective of our community.
Before the official ribbon cutting, Max Beatty gave a statement of land acknowledgement for the space that was historically stewarded by and home to Native Americans, including members of the Piscataway, Susquehannock, and Lumbee tribes. Rico Newman then delivered a Native American blessing of the land.
The ribbon cutting was followed by cultural performances curated by Native America’s Protectors and led by Keith Colston, featuring a variety of dance styles.
Point Park comes as a culmination of collaboration with Indigenous leaders who have contributed invaluable input to creating a space that reflects and honors the land’s deep history and significance. Through partnership between Waterfront Partnership, Baltimore American Indian Center, and other Native American consultants, and thanks to a donation from T. Rowe Price, Point Park features educational signage that connects the space to its roots. Visitors are invited to walk through gateways etched with directional signage in traditional Algonquin languages and find a quiet moment on one of the park’s benches to reflect on the land’s past.
2025 marks the 20th anniversary year for Waterfront Partnership, a milestone that we’ll be celebrating all year long. Point Park’s opening exemplifies the collaborative spirit that is at the core of our mission, working together with city and state officials, businesses, and neighbors to enhance our waterfront. We are excited to connect with our waterfront community at this newest public space.
