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Paul Laurence Dunbar historic district


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Welcome to a self-guided walking tour of the Paul Laurence Dunbar Historic District in Dayton, Ohio.

This walking tour will explore the architectural and historical features of buildings in the Paul Laurence Dunbar Historic District. Please plan approximately one hour for your walk. Also check the hours of the Paul Laurence Dunbar House and consider visiting this fascinating historic site and visitors’ center. The Ohio History Connection website recommends that you allow a minimum of one hour to visit the home.

This walking tour is intended to provide a leisurely walk through the Paul Laurence Dunbar neighborhood, allowing ample time to pause and appreciate the architecture, the streetscape, and the amenities of the area. We recommend that you allow an hour to complete the tour, and we ask that you walk carefully, as streets and sidewalks can be uneven, and it’s important to observe the terrain while you appreciate the historical and architectural features of the area.

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The Dunbar Historic District is an area of architecturally significant buildings dating from the last quarter of the Nineteenth Century. The capstone of the neighborhood is the home of Paul Laurence Dunbar, the renowned African-American poet and author. The Paul Laurence Dunbar neighborhood was designated a historic district by the city of Dayton in 2001. It has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 1980.

The homes on these blocks reflect the neighborhood as it was when the Dunbar and Wright families lived here. At the time of this recording in 2020, several vacant homes are waiting to be renovated. Preservation Dayton is available to answer questions and share expertise with qualified individuals who have the financial resources to bring these homes back to life. If you have any questions about this remarkable historic district, please contact Preservation Dayton, Inc. online at www.presevatationdayton.com.
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Please begin your tour at the corner of North Paul Laurence Dunbar and Edison Streets. ⋆
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  • Home
  • Our Story
    • About PDI
    • History
    • Contact
    • Preservation Awards >
      • Lifetime Achievement Awards
      • 2024 Awards
      • 2023 Awards
      • 2022 Awards
  • Join Us!
    • Memberships
    • Donate
    • ★ Volunteer >
      • ★ Committees
      • ★ Florence Cemetery
      • ★ Old Greencastle Cemetery
  • Explore
    • Neighborhoods and Landmarks
    • Self-Guided Neighborhood Walking Tours
    • Guided Downtown Dayton Walking Tours
    • Local Restoration Projects
    • Historic Cemeteries >
      • Inactive Cemeteries >
        • ★ Florence Cemetery
        • Fort McKinley Cemetery
        • ★ Old Greencastle Cemetery
      • Calvary Cemetery
      • Dayton National Cemetery
      • Jewish Cemeteries of Greater Dayton
      • Woodland Cemetery & Arboretum
  • Endangered Properties
    • Dayton's Most Endangered >
      • Dayton Daily News Building
      • John R. Reynolds Mansion
      • Leopold Rauh House
      • Michael Neil House
      • Santa Clara Business District
      • Van Deman Apartments
    • Ohmer Garage
    • Lost Properties >
      • Edward T. Snediker House
      • First Church of Christ Scientist
      • Gem City Ice Cream Building
      • Louis Traxler Mansion
    • Saved Properties >
      • South Park Methodist Church
      • Thomas E. Tucker House
  • Events
    • Guided Downtown Dayton Walking Tours
    • Fifth Street Brewpub Fundraiser - June 19
    • Self-Guided Neighborhood Tours >
      • Dayton View Historic DIstrict
      • Five Oaks Historic Districts >
        • Squirrel-Forest Historic District
      • Grafton Hill Historic DIstrict
      • Huffman Historic District
      • McPherson Town Historic District
      • Oregon Historic District
      • South Park Historic District
      • St. Anne's Hill Historic District
      • Paul Laurence Dunbar Historic District
      • West Third Street Historic District
      • Wright-Dunbar Village Historic District
  • Resources
    • Member Only Content >
      • Archived Walking Tours
      • Contractor Directory
    • Start Here!
    • Tips & Tricks (Videos)
    • Home Repair Assistance
    • Years in Review
    • Documents