HISTORIC HOMES & COTTAGES OF WICKER PARK - Walking Tour
Uncover Wicker Park's rich building and labor history as you explore mansions, cottages, and iconic structures in this vibrant neighborhood.
Location
1236 N Hoyne Ave
1236 North Hoyne Avenue Chicago, IL 60622Refund Policy
About this event
The best place to book this tour is on my website doorwaysofchicago.com. You can see all the dates available there.
Step back in time and uncover the hidden treasures of Wicker Park, a neighborhood that preserves the enchanting legacy of Victorian architecture and plays a crucial role in U.S. labor history. Join me on a walking tour through the cobblestone streets, where time seems to stand still, revealing a captivating potpourri of architectural wonders.
Wicker Park's architectural diversity is a testament to its rich history, featuring styles such as Carpenter Gothic, Chateauesque, Italianate, Queen Anne, Romanesque, Second Empire, and eclectic designs that defy categorization. From lowly cottages to extravagant mansions, each structure whispers stories of a bygone era, reflecting a long-lost set of skills and an elegant suburban lifestyle that once flourished in Chicago.
As we admire the beveled, jeweled, leaded, and stained glass windows, along with the charming gazebos and gingerbread porches, we'll also delve into the social fabric that shaped Wicker Park. Originally settled by a vibrant community of Germans and Scandinavians, both rich and poor, the neighborhood played a pivotal role in U.S. labor history.
This walking tour is a journey through time, where the architectural splendor and the echoes of labor history intertwine, offering a unique and immersive experience in the heart of Wicker Park
NOTE: This is a 2 hour, three-mile walking tour so not suitable for most children under 13 or adults with health issues. The tour begins in front of the small workers cottage home at 1236 N. Hoyne Ave, Chicago IL 60622 (I will meet you there) The tour usually ends at 1266 N. Wolcott Ave, Chicago IL 60622 (In some circumstances the ending address may be different than this).
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