Jean Baptiste Point Du Sable Homesite
- Also Known As: Pioneer Court
- Address: 401 N Michigan Ave
- Neighborhood of Near North Side, CHI in Chicago
| Y/M/D | Person | Association | Description | Composition | Food | Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y/M/D | Person | Association | Description | Composition | Food | Event |
| 1779/00/00 | Jean Baptiste Point Du Sable | Significant name | By 1779, Du Sable builds the first permanent home on the north bank of the Chicago River. He also built a trading post. Trappers were well paid for their fur pelts and Du Sable sold them supplies and tools. | |||
| 1800/05/07 | John Kinzie | Home | Point du Sable sells his property to John Kinzie for $1200 and moves to the Missouri River valley. |
| Particulars for Jean Baptiste Point Du Sable Homesite: | |
|---|---|
| Cultural Affiliation | Black American |
| Area of Significance | Commemorative Property |
| Area of Significance | Commerce |
| Area of Significance | Exploration-settlement |
| Level of Significance | National |
| Criteria | Person |
| Historic Use | Retail shop |
| Sight Category | Site |
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