North Lawndale in Chicago in Cook County, Illinois — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)

North Lawndale Wayfinding Map

Photographed By Sean Flynn, June 21, 2024

1. North Lawndale Wayfinding Map Marker

Inscription. This is a map to "connect the spots" — shipping containers in community green spaces and gardens in North Lawndale! Each spot is represented by an Adinkra symbol* chosen by the site's caretakers. You can secure your bike to a rack with the symbol on it. We hope you visit and enjoy them all!

*Adinkra symbols were developed by the Akan people of West Africa, in what is now the country of Ghana. There are dozens of Adinkra symbols, representing various concepts, beliefs, and connections to nature. These symbols are found on fabrics, pottery, architecture, furniture, and more.

Erected by Spin.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: African Americans • Churches & Religion • Parks & Recreational Areas.

Location. 41° 51.781′ N, 87° 42.968′ W. Marker is in Chicago, Illinois, in Cook County. It is in North Lawndale. Marker is on West Douglas Boulevard east of South Millard Avenue, on the right when traveling west. The marker is in front of a community "peace garden" run by Stone Temple Baptist Church, which is two lots to the left of here. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 3616 West Douglas Boulevard, Chicago IL 60623, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance

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of this marker. Stone Temple Baptist Church (a few steps from this marker); Storytelling Sukkah (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); A Nation's Image (approx. 0.6 miles away); (Former) Anshe Sholom Synagogue Building (approx. 0.6 miles away); Douglas Park (approx. 0.7 miles away); The Boulevard System (approx. 0.7 miles away); a different marker also named The Boulevard System (approx. 0.8 miles away); Garfield Park (approx. 0.8 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Chicago.

Also see . . .
1. . The North Lawndale Community Coordinating Council webpage devoted to the wayfinding map of the neighborhood. (Submitted on June 22, 2024, by Sean Flynn of Oak Park, Illinois.)

2. Adinkra Symbols & Meanings. (Submitted on June 22, 2024, by Sean Flynn of Oak Park, Illinois.)

Stone Temple Baptist Church image. Click for full size.

Photographed By Sean Flynn, June 21, 2024

2. Stone Temple Baptist Church

The wayfinding map can be seen on the far right side of the photo, a short walk from the church.

Credits. This page was last revised on June 22, 2024. It was originally submitted on June 22, 2024, by Sean Flynn of Oak Park, Illinois. This page has been viewed 39 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on June 22, 2024, by Sean Flynn of Oak Park, Illinois.