The historic Chicago Community of Bronzeville has some wonderful architecture! If you are interested in learning more about the neighborhood’s architecture—this is a good starter tour! The original tour was apart of the Bronzeville Bikes summer bike tour series which ran for several summers starting in 2013. Of course, there is still plenty left to explore, but this is a great starter!
This Architectural History Tour explores the Historic south side neighborhood of Bronzeville. Points of historic, architectural, and visual interest are included. The tour begins at Washington Park and heads north to the center of Bronzeville. In the early 20th century, Bronzeville was known as the "Black Metropolis," one of the nation's most significant landmarks of African-American urban history. From here the path heads north to explore the Douglas neighborhood (the northern part of Bronzeville), named for a Civil War General and home to Camp Douglas. The tour completes a circle through Grand Boulevard and ends back at Washington Park. For more information on Washington Park click HERE
For a full list and description of the sites visited click HERE. For a printable take-along map click HERE.
The Tour takes approximately two hours at a moderate bike pace. Enjoy!!!