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Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers Local 1

of Maryland, Virginia and Washington, DC

Proudly representing the most highly skilled trowel trade craftworkers since 1864

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Upcoming Events

DISCLAIMER: Events are for members only and training must be previously scheduled with Apprenticeship Director Robert Denford Jr.
May 1
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Brick & Stone Masons and PCC
May 3 at 6:30 am
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TMT & Finishers
May 10 at 6:30 am
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Announcements

2025 US Bates Scholarship Program
February 24, 2025
BAC US Members: The International Union is pleased to announce the opening of the 2025 US Bates scholarship program. Every year the program selects three students to receive a stipend …Continue Reading »
2025 Newsletter First Issue
December 30, 2024
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2025 CSA Emergency Assistance Fund Contributions
December 20, 2024
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Membership Spotlights

William Alton Petitt
January 27, 2025
In loving memory of our dear brother and dedicated union member, William Alton Petitt, we pause to reflect on the incredible impact he has had on all of us. …Continue Reading »
Ricardo Reyes
January 17, 2025
On behalf of the Bricklayers & Allied Craftworkers, we want to express our deepest condolences to the family and loved ones of our dear Brother Ricardo Reyes. We are …Continue Reading »
Eugene (Bunk) Joseph Schwanebeck, Jr.
October 21, 2024
Eugene (Bunk) Joseph Schwanebeck, Jr., 77, of Fawn Grove, formerly of Baltimore, passed away Sunday, October 6th, 2024. He leaves behind his loving wife of 55 years, Colleen (McFarland) …Continue Reading »

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Contractor Development and Training

Calendar

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Video

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Health & Safety

Each apprentice takes required courses in health and safety training in order to complete their apprenticeship. Learn More »

Membership Benefits

Contractor Development

Apprenticeship & Training

VIDEOS

Baltimore Office Update

BAC 1 New Baltimore Office

Take a tour of BAC 1 MVD's new Baltimore office. Explore the restaurant-turned-office space as we begin construction on this great new location. Like and subscribe so you don't miss the "after" video!

Baltimore Office Update

BAC 1 Baltimore Office Update

Join us as we tour BAC Local 1's new Baltimore office mid-renovation. Progress is being made behind the scenes despite COVID delays and other challenges that come with converting an Italian restaurant into an office and classroom space.

Thankful for my Union

Thankful for my Union: Nicholas Schaefer on BAC Local 1

Nicholas Schaefer explains why he's thankful to be a member of Bricklayers & Allied Craftworkers Local 1 of MD, VA & DC and why everyone should join the union as part of the #thankfulformyunion series.