Pullman National Monument
The Chicago area’s only national monument is located on Chicago’s South Side and preserves the planned residential and industrial community that the Pullman company built in the 1880s in connection with its railcar manufacturing business. The site also contains a recently opened visitor center, historic Hotel Florence and the Pullman Factory.
Details
Location
The visitor center is located at 610 E. 111th Street, Chicago, Illinois. A map is available here.
Distance from Downtown Chicago
16 miles from the center of town
How To Get There
Accessibility
The visitor center is accessible and has accessible restrooms. There are accessible parking spaces in the area and the public sidewalks for viewing the historic Pullman company homes are accessible.
Things To Do
Hiking, Historic/Cultural Interest, Visitor Center
Fun Facts
Construction of the company town began in 1880 and by 1883 the population reached 8,000; however, blacks were not permitted to reside in the company town.
Other Information
Restrooms are located in the Visitor Center. Check the website for details on tours. Hotel Florence and the Pullman Factory are currently closed for renovations.
Eats
Stop for lunch at the One Eleven Food Hall, 756 East 111th Street, Chicago and try either Majani which features delicious vegan cuisine or Lexington Betty Smokehouse which features excellent barbecue and salads. Save room for the delicious bourbon praline cheesecake.
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Best Time To Visit
All year
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