Guided Walk: Streets and Place Names
Sunday, August 23, 2026
1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Bata Shoe Museum
Ever wonder who the streets you walk down every day are actually named after? This summer, the Bata Shoe Museum is hosting a unique guided walk titled 'Streets and Place Names,' led by artist and scholar Andrew Lochhead.
Treating the streets of the Annex neighbourhood as visible historical texts, this tour invites participants to look beyond the ordinary signposts. You'll examine how everyday place names quietly shape our collective identity, uncover whose histories are prioritized, and reflect on the cultural layers embedded in Toronto's urban landscape.
Tour Details
- **Meeting Point:** Bata Shoe Museum (327 Bloor St W)
- **Format:** A two-hour outdoor walking tour followed by a collaborative indoor discussion and reflection session.
- **What to Bring:** Comfortable walking shoes and an open mind.
This free event offers a fresh perspective on a familiar neighbourhood, perfect for local history buffs and curious city-dwellers alike.
