Sun, May 04
|Outside of Twisted Apron
The Architect of Detroit Goes to Windsor
Jane's Walk: Join Jacob Jones, from the Albert Kahn Legacy Foundation, on a walking experience that will immerse you into the world of Walkerville that Albert Kahn helped to create. We will delve into Albert Kahn's craftmanship and impact in Walkerville and around the world. (FULL)
Time & Location
May 04, 2025, 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Outside of Twisted Apron, 1968 Wyandotte St E, Windsor, ON N8Y 1E4, Canada
About the event
The Architect of Detroit Goes to Windsor Host: Jacob Jones (Albert Kahn Legacy Foundation)
Contact host: jacobmjones21@gmail.com
Note: Registration is now FULL for this event.
You may know Albert Kahn as the Architect of Detroit but his work occurred far outside of the Motor City's borders. From Scotland to the Soviet Union, from Brooklyn to Baltimore, his work helped to shape the built environment in industrial communities across the planet, including right here in Windsor.
Join Jacob Jones, from the Albert Kahn Legacy Foundation, on a walking experience that will immerse you into the world of Walkerville that Albert Kahn helped to create. We will delve into Albert Kahn's craftmanship and impact in Walkerville and around the world. This tour will include a look at the Strathcona Building, where the first Albert Kahn plaque was unveiled last year.
Walk Location: The walk will begin and end outside of Twisted Apron, 1968 Wyandotte St E, Windsor
Type of Event:
Jane's Walk - Guided walking tour
Accessibility notes:
Easy walk (using sidewalks or paved pathways with no hills)
Wheelchair friendly
Baby stroller friendly
Is there a bathroom nearby?
Public bathroom available at business within 1 block
Where can attendees park?
Free street parking around the starting/ending location
Free parking lot within 1-2 blocks
PAID parking lot within 1-2 blocks
How much walking is involved?
Approximately 1.5 km of walking
Photo source: https://swoda.uwindsor.ca/node/1103