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Sightseeing
The first planned industrial community for workers to work, live and worship was the Pullman Historic District south of Chicago, a unique community established by George Pullman, founder of the Pullman Palace Car Company. Designated a national monument; we list things to see and do while you’re in the neighborhood.
A. Philip Randolph Pullman Porter Museum
10406 S Maryland AveThe first planned industrial community for workers to work, live and worship was the Pullman Historic District south of Chicago, a unique community established by George Pullman, founder of the Pullman Palace Car Company. Designated a national monument; we list things to see and do while you’re in the neighborhood.
The Historic Pullman Foundation is a great place to begin your tour of Pullman. The visitor center provides a video of the history and exhibits that include antiques from the Pullman Mansion, which was located on Prairie Avenue, as well as historic rail service items.
Historic Pullman Visitor Center
11141 S Cottage Grove AveThe Historic Pullman Foundation is a great place to begin your tour of Pullman. The visitor center provides a video of the history and exhibits that include antiques from the Pullman Mansion, which was located on Prairie Avenue, as well as historic rail service items.
Known for its luxury and elegance, the Hotel Florence, named after George Pullman’s daughter, was opened in 1881. A veranda extends around the front of the building. When it opened, the hotel included a gentlemen’s reading room, a billiard room, lunch room and saloon. The hotel is now part of the Pullman State Historic Site.
Hotel Florence
11111 S Forrestville AveKnown for its luxury and elegance, the Hotel Florence, named after George Pullman’s daughter, was opened in 1881. A veranda extends around the front of the building. When it opened, the hotel included a gentlemen’s reading room, a billiard room, lunch room and saloon. The hotel is now part of the Pullman State Historic Site.
Take a stroll on 111th Street between St. Lawrence and Langley to view the executive homes that were located near the Pullman company plant. This row of homes was a showplace back in the day, consisting of eight and nine rooms including several fireplaces and a basement in each. If you plan ahead of time, it’s possible to set up a tour of the Thomas Dunbar house to see one of these historic homes up close. Thomas Dunbar House, 641 E 111th St, Chicago, IL, USA, +1 773 785 8901
Thomas Dunbar House
641 East 111th StreetTake a stroll on 111th Street between St. Lawrence and Langley to view the executive homes that were located near the Pullman company plant. This row of homes was a showplace back in the day, consisting of eight and nine rooms including several fireplaces and a basement in each. If you plan ahead of time, it’s possible to set up a tour of the Thomas Dunbar house to see one of these historic homes up close. Thomas Dunbar House, 641 E 111th St, Chicago, IL, USA, +1 773 785 8901
George Pullman hired architect Solon S. Berman to create Pullman Park for recreation and to allow workers to enjoy a green space not interrupted by plant structures. Another park in the Pullman community is Arcade Park, which was also donated by George Pullman.
Arcade Park
11132 S St Lawrence AveGeorge Pullman hired architect Solon S. Berman to create Pullman Park for recreation and to allow workers to enjoy a green space not interrupted by plant structures. Another park in the Pullman community is Arcade Park, which was also donated by George Pullman.
Navy Pier is a 3,300-foot-long pier on the shoreline of Lake Michigan, located in the Streeterville neighborhood of the Near North Side community area in Chicago, Illinois, United States
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Navy Pier
600 E Grand AveNavy Pier is a 3,300-foot-long pier on the shoreline of Lake Michigan, located in the Streeterville neighborhood of the Near North Side community area in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Museo de Ciencia y Tecnología
5700 S Lake Shore DrThere’s so much more to do at the Chicago Riverwalk than simply stroll along a picturesque river. The Riverwalk is a lifestyle — a uniquely Chicago one, with a little of something for everyone. Eat, drink, play, and explore with stunning outdoor bars and restaurants, museums, pier fishing, boat trips, kayaking, public art, bird-watching, and a harmonious blend of sublime nature and shiny city.
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Chicago Riverwalk
306-370 W Wacker DrThere’s so much more to do at the Chicago Riverwalk than simply stroll along a picturesque river. The Riverwalk is a lifestyle — a uniquely Chicago one, with a little of something for everyone. Eat, drink, play, and explore with stunning outdoor bars and restaurants, museums, pier fishing, boat trips, kayaking, public art, bird-watching, and a harmonious blend of sublime nature and shiny city.
Food scene
The Pullman Cafe offers a cozy setting, where you can dine on fresh fruit, homemade lemon bars, and dreamy bread pudding. The ambiance of the Pullman Cafe provides a wonderful conclusion to your trip to historic Pullman or just to get to know some of the locals.
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The Pullman Cafe
11208 S St Lawrence AveThe Pullman Cafe offers a cozy setting, where you can dine on fresh fruit, homemade lemon bars, and dreamy bread pudding. The ambiance of the Pullman Cafe provides a wonderful conclusion to your trip to historic Pullman or just to get to know some of the locals.
Casual outpost combining 3 counter-serve businesses in one that offers Chicago Style BBQ and rib tips at Lexington Betty Smoke House, yummy baked goods at Laine's Bake shop & flavorful and fresh vegan fare at Majani.
One Eleven Food Hall
756 E 111th StCasual outpost combining 3 counter-serve businesses in one that offers Chicago Style BBQ and rib tips at Lexington Betty Smoke House, yummy baked goods at Laine's Bake shop & flavorful and fresh vegan fare at Majani.
This casual diner where you get quick, simple and delicious breakfast items is a Hyde Park and Chicago classic as well as one of Obama's favorite restaurants!
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Valois Restaurant
1518 E 53rd StThis casual diner where you get quick, simple and delicious breakfast items is a Hyde Park and Chicago classic as well as one of Obama's favorite restaurants!
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