The Evolution of the Bicycle

Long celebrated as a symbol of freedom, the bicycle continues to give riders the ability to explore the outdoors and enjoy the open road. This sense of liberation was especially significant in Washington, D.C., where local bike builders were the first in the nation to design bicycles specifically for women—making D.C. the home of the first women seen riding bicycles in public. Join the Potomac Wheelmen for an exhibition tracing the evolution of the bicycle from 1819 to 1919. Explore a century of cycling history with demonstrations and knowledgeable enthusiasts ready to answer your questions. This event is presented as a part of the District Vibes / American Pride: How D.C. Changed American Culture exhibit on display at DC Public Library and will take place under the Loggia at the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorials Library.