We Won a Webby Award! 🏆

We’re proud to share that South Side Tours is officially a Webby Award Winner for Best Short Documentary in the Branded Entertainment category for Bernard’s Wear! 🎉

Thank you to everyone who took the time to vote and support this story. Out of 13,000+ entries from more than 70 countries and nearly 5 million votes cast, this South Side Story stood out on the global stage — a powerful reminder that stories rooted in community resonate far beyond our neighborhoods.

Bernard’s Wear celebrates the legacy of Bernard Shannon, a beloved hat maker and clothier serving generations of customers in the South Chicago community. His dedication to craft, style and service reflects the enduring creativity and entrepreneurship that define the South Side.

If you haven’t seen it yet, you can watch the full short documentary here:

You can also visit Bernard’s shop in person at:

📍 9017 S. Commercial Avenue, Chicago

Thank you again for helping shine a light on South Side stories and supporting our work to bring these narratives to a global audience.