Harvest Moon Walk Aims To Shine A Light On Avondales Forgotten Riverfront History

Avondale's harvest moon walk on Sunday aims to celebrate the area’s riverfront history while fostering community ties. Historian Dan Pogorzelski will lead the tour, emphasizing the river's historical role as a transportation network for the industrial city. He noted that while the riverfront was vital for industry, it was not viewed as a tourist destination due to pollution concerns. The free event begins at 7 p. m.

at Burning Bush Brewery, with attendees encouraged to RSVP on Facebook. The walk is expected to last 70-90 minutes, allowing participants to leave whenever they choose. Christina Schleich, co-founder of the Avondale Gardening Alliance, expressed hopes to highlight the neighborhood's unique riverfront access through such events. She emphasized the importance of urban agriculture and community building. Plans for future historical walks are also in the works, focusing on various aspects of Avondale's heritage.