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Rooted Forward

Rooted Forward

Self-guided audio tours

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6 reviews
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Released
August 20, 2026
Updated
September 25, 2026

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Nausheen Zaidi
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Explore American cities with free, self-guided audio tours that uncover the history of housing segregation. Learn about the tools and policies that shaped urban landscapes through walking tours with informative stops.

✓Self-guided audio tours
✓Focus on housing segregation history
✓Interactive walking tours
✓Informative stops and detours
✓New city walks added regularly
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What's New in Rooted Forward

2.5

September 25, 2026

Content and backend changes.

User reviews

Most RecentHighest RatedLowest Rated

Thoughtful and well done!

Rooted Forward is a well-crafted app, with engaging stories and easy navigation. Well done!
CCAthans1

Well Researched

I downloaded this app when I was going on vacation to Chicago. I had very little expectations, but was pleasantly surprised when I saw the level of depth and research that creators put into this content. I would recommend this to anyone who wants to learn more about some of chicago Chicago’s more hidden racial history. Great work!!
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JWJason Whitmore

Enlightened

I opening account of the history of the Southside of Chicago
Kkrizvi786

Best App I Ever Used for Audio Tours

This app is so well put together and professional, you would never think it was student run! Research so thorough and audio is so clear and high quality. Highly recommend!!
PRPeggy Lynn Rogers

Super Informative App

This app was awesome!! I learned so much about Chicago’s history! The writing is super high
quality.
DTDaniel Tapper

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FAQ

What is Rooted Forward?

Rooted Forward is a student-run nonprofit that creates free, self-guided audio tours focusing on the history of housing segregation in American cities. The first available walk is in Hyde Park, Chicago.

How does Rooted Forward teach about segregation?

The app uses walking tours with thirteen stops and optional detours, detailing tools like restrictive covenants and redlining that built American housing segregation. Red plates at each stop name these historical tools.

Are there new walks coming to Rooted Forward?

Yes, more cities are being researched, and new walks will be added to the app as they are completed by the student researchers.

What devices does Rooted Forward support?

Rooted Forward is currently supported on iPhone devices.

What is the age rating for Rooted Forward?

Rooted Forward has an age rating of 12+, making it suitable for younger users interested in historical education.

Is Rooted Forward free to use?

Yes, Rooted Forward is completely free to download and use, with no in-app purchases or advertisements.

When was Rooted Forward last updated?

Rooted Forward was last updated on August 20, 2026, with version 1.1.

What is the user sentiment for Rooted Forward?

Based on the available data, Rooted Forward has a perfect rating of 5.0 stars from one review, indicating very positive user sentiment.