Exploring the Historical Charm of the Francis J. Dewes House

Getting There

• Car

  If you are driving, start with the nearest major highway. For instance, take I-90/I-94 (Kennedy Expressway) and exit at North Avenue. Head west on North Avenue until you reach Lincoln Park. Turn south onto Halsted Street, then turn east onto Wrightwood Avenue. Continue on Wrightwood Avenue until you reach 503 W Wrightwood Ave, where the Francis J. Dewes House is located. There may be metered street parking available nearby, which typically costs around $2 per hour.

• Public Transportation

  If you're using public transportation, you can take the CTA Brown Line train. Board the train at any Brown Line station and ride it to the Armitage station. From there, exit the station and walk east on Armitage Avenue until you reach Halsted Street. Turn north on Halsted Street and walk until you reach Wrightwood Avenue. Turn east onto Wrightwood Avenue and continue walking until you reach 503 W Wrightwood Ave, the location of the Francis J. Dewes House. Depending on your starting point, a CTA fare will cost $2.50.

• Bus

  Alternatively, you can take the CTA bus. The #8 Halsted bus runs frequently and can be boarded at various locations across the city. Take the #8 bus towards the north and get off at the intersection of Halsted and Wrightwood. Walk east on Wrightwood Avenue for two blocks, and you will arrive at 503 W Wrightwood Ave. A single bus fare is also $2.50.