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Bronzeville Historical Society

Bronzeville Historical Society

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  • Underground Railroad Tours
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Bronzeville Historical Society is located at 4455 S. King Drive – Suite 103 (Parkway Ballroom building street level) Chicago, IL 60653 Call 312 428-8033 for info. bronzevillehistoricalsociety@gmail.com Bronzeville Historical Society Library is open Friday – Sunday by appointment only. Call 312 428-8033 for library reservations and group historic tours and African American Civil War portrayals. Exhibitions are seasonally presented. Always Check our website for updates.

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