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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.
Please begin your tour at the corner of North Paul Laurence Dunbar and Edison Streets. ⋆
↓ Click this box with the arrow to see the details of each property.
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.
Please begin your tour at the corner of North Paul Laurence Dunbar and Edison Streets. ⋆
↓ Click this box with the arrow to see the details of each property.