Mission

Blackstone Bicycle Works is a youth education program of the Experimental Station. In the context of a full-service bike shop dedicated to promoting ecological practices and empowering youth, Blackstone teaches mechanical skills, job skills, and business literacy to boys and girls from the underserved Woodlawn neighborhood and Chicago's broader south side.

Retail Services

• Full-service Bicycle Repair (see pricelist)
• Refurbished Bicycles (various styles, in the range $90-$300)
• Accessories: Helmets, Locks, Pumps, Lights, etc. (see pricelist)
• New Bike Parts (We can also special order for you.)
• Quality Used Parts (for DIY projects)

Location & Hours

Bike shop phone number: 773-241-5458

Retail Shop Hours: Tuesday-Friday, 1pm - 6pm

Saturday Bike Sale: Saturday, 10am-1pm

Saturday Shop Hours: 1pm - 5pm

We are located in the Experimental Station, 6100 S Blackstone, in the Woodlawn neighborhood just south of Hyde Park, the University of Chicago, and west of South Shore, Museum of Science and Industry, and the Lakefront. Enter through the large gate on Blackstone Ave., immediately south of the building.

Youth Education

Blackstone Bicycle Works Youth Education Program is open to all youth age 9-16, and is free of charge. During the CPS School Year, the program runs Tues-Fri, 4pm-6pm and Saturday 10am-1pm. During the Summer, it runs Tues-Sat 9:30am-4pm. Youth and their guardians must complete the registration forms before participating. Stop by the shop or email blackstonebikes@gmail.com to obtain the forms. Learn more here.