Exercise your mind and body at the Historic Bungalow Walking Tour hosted by the Skokie Heritage Museum on Sept. 20 from 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Beyond raising money for the museum, the tour aims to educate residents on the “technological advancements in the 1910s and 1920s” as reflected by the homes built during those times, said Amanda Hanson, the museum’s supervisor. She added the tour should answer questions about “societal changes of a growing middle class community” during that era.
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“We thought highlighting these types of homes, which were common in the Chicago and Midwest, would be of interest,” Hanson said. “Hopefully, the tour will give those interested a better understanding and appreciation of the historical impact of these types of homes in the community.”
In its second year, the tour has partnered with the Skokie Park District’s 2B Fit program to “combine physical activity with intellectual advancement,” she said. The Park District’s initiative encourages people to commit to a healthier lifestyle via exercise, socialization, proper nutrition and a few other components.
Many of the homes on the tour are from the 1920s, 1930s and everyone will be educated about the different styles built during that period.
All homes are currently occupied, and only the exterior will be viewed. The tour is approximately 10 to 11 blocks, Hanson said, and pre-registration is required as space is limited. The tour will begin at the Skokie Heritage Museum located at 8031 Floral Ave.
To register, purchase tickets and for more information, visit www.skokieparks.org.
Lindsey Compton is a freelance reporter for Pioneer Press.