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 North Lawndale Community Coordinating Council; Spin.

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

Location. 41° 51.781′ N, 87° 42.968′ W. Marker is in Chicago, Illinois, in Cook County. It is in North Lawndale. It 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.

Regionally, this marker is in the American Midwest

and on the Great Lakes.

Globally, it is in North America,

the Western Hemisphere,

the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Viceroyalty of New France,

the territory of the Mississippian Culture,

and the Northwest Territory.

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At least 8 other markers are within walking distance 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 different marker also named North Lawndale Wayfinding Map (approx. half a mile away); a different marker also named North Lawndale Wayfinding Map (approx. half a mile away); The Giving Sukkah (approx. half a mile away); Kerry James Marshall: Untitled (Circulation) (approx. half a mile away); A Nation's Image (approx. 0.6 miles away); (Former) Anshe Sholom Synagogue Building (approx. 0.6 miles away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Chicago.

Also see . . . Adinkra Symbols & Meanings. (Submitted on June 22, 2024, by Sean P. 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 October 10, 2024. It was originally submitted on June 22, 2024, by Sean P. Flynn of Oak Park, Illinois. This page has been viewed 229 times since then and 15 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on June 22, 2024, by Sean P. Flynn of Oak Park, Illinois.