Can homes tell a story? I think homes that have been around since 1892 certainly can. Especially if they were a museum visited by thousands, a location of a Black creative renaissance, a home for Pullman Porters, and owned by one of the most successful building contractors of early Chicago. Come hear about the history of the Griffiths-Burroughs home from me, its current steward. I’ve also included a link below to the Black History Verified program that features a segment on the Burroughs mansion.

The podcast is available wherever you get your favorite podcasts!

https://www.wciu.com/videos/wciu-other/black-history-verified-dr-margaret-burroughs

Griffiths-Burroughs House

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