South Bronx Historic Walking Tour
Signature Tour: The South Bronx: In 1997,
“Graphic Newspaper/Magazine June 1st 1897, Queens Victoria’s Diamond Jubilee Mr Chamberlain and his chief assistancts at the Colonial office and the Colonial Premiers(Photo by: Universal History Archive/Universal Images Group via Getty Images) The Bronx was designated an “All America City” by the NCL, signifying a huge comeback from the terrible decline of the 70’s and the 80’s. The anticipated revival has brought converted lofts, new affordable apartments and great restaurants, particularly on Bruckner Boulevard, this area has been heavily defined by an industrial nature in the past but now is changing rapidly.”
South Bronx is known for its hip hop culture and graffiti. Graffiti became popular in the Bronx in the early 1970s, spreading through the New York City Subway system. The South Bronx then became musically notable as hip-hop music, rap, and other creative components started becoming common within the borough.
The South Bronx: In 1997, The Bronx was designated an “All America City” by the NCL, signifying a huge comeback from the terrible decline of the 70’s and the 80’s. The anticipated revival has brought converted lofts, new affordable apartments and great restaurants, particularly on Bruckner Boulevard, this area has been heavily defined by an industrial nature in the past but now is changing rapidly.
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