Started in 1862 by D. H. Baldwin in Cincinnati, Ohio, Baldwin soon became one of the largest piano retailers in the Midwestern United States. In 1891 the first "Baldwin" piano was manufactured and by 1913 Baldwin was enjoying a prosperous international business exporting pianos to 32 countries around the globe. In 1900 a Baldwin grand is awarded the Grand Prix at the Paris Exhibition, the 1st American made piano to earn the award. As a result Baldwin joins a very limited group of manufacturers supplying concert grands for performing artists. Baldwin's commitment to both business and art have sustained it through the tumultous times of the 20th century and have allowed it to maintain its reputation as manufacturer of quality instruments for both professionals and amateurs to enjoy.