African American

Go back in time to some of the most iconic moments from the civil rights movement with this fascinating African American history tour of Washington DC Often at the epicenter of the activism surrounding civil and black rights in America, the country’s capital holds the key to some of history’s most captivating moments. From the most famous to lesser-known but equally significant sites, your tour guide will paint a picture of the city from the African American perspective. You’ll be picked up at the U.S. Navy memorial with stops at momentous monuments such as the Emancipation Statue, Howard Theatre, and vibrant black communities. Feel the weight of the world on your shoulders as you stand where Martin Luther King did when he roused audiences with his legendary ‘I have a dream,’ address. One of the most comprehensive African American history tours in DC, you’ll also get tickets included to the National Museum of African American History and Culture, where the the tour ends.

KB Tours is a one of a kind African American Heritage tour operator in Washington DC that takes visitors to explore the historic African American neighborhoods in all four quadrants of the city, often going off the beaten path. With knowledgeable guides who are passionate about sharing interesting facts and captivating stories of Washington DC's black history, KB Tours prides itself on providing an engaging and entertaining tour experience. During the tour, visitors will have the opportunity to stop and visit iconic landmarks and monuments in the city, including the Lincoln Memorial, the Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial, the Capitol, the White House,and tour the Frederick Douglass when opened. KB Tours' guides are committed to keeping visitors of all ages engaged throughout the tour, encouraging young children to participate in the tour activities. The tour includes a ticket the Museum of African American History and Culture.You must take the tour to join us for entrance to museum.

On this tour we visit the DuSable Museum of African American History. We visit the museum for 45 minutes. This tour visits the homes of Louis Farrakhan, the former home of Elijah Muhammad and the former home of Muhammad Ali. We will pass by the home the 44th President of the Unites States, Barack Obama as well as the home of Reverend Jessie Jackson. We provide insight on how African Americans have made a huge impact on Chicago as well as the rails, how during the Great Migration African Americans traveled to Chicago. Come tour with us!

Considered the Mecca for African-Americans at the turn of the century, Central Harlem is home to Jazz, Lindy Hop and Swing, and continues today to be one of Harlem’s most vibrant for the arts, dining and shopping.

During this 2H walking tour, you will learn how People of African ancestry first arrived at New Orleans in 1719, within a year of the establishment of the city, having been forcibly removed from the Senegambia region of West Africa. Roughly five thousand Africans survived the Middle Passage en route to French Louisiana during the 1720s, followed in the 1780s by a similarly sized group brought by the Spanish from the Benin and Congo regions. Enslaved Africans of the colonial era cleared forests, raised crops, and built the city infrastructure. In this visit You will see how African culture persisted in New Orleans, influencing everything from food to music to religion to architecture. Your tour guide will take you to the famous Square Congo, now part of Armstrong Park on the edge of the French Quarter in the Faubourg Treme where hundreds of African slaves and laborers congregated to trade goods, play music, dance, and socialize.

On this 2.5 hour African American History tour, we will be your "conductor" and take you on a journey through Memphis that will be sure to open your eyes to some of the most historical sites connected to slavery through to the Civil Rights Movement and beyond. There is so much more to Memphis than Downtown to experience, so we will also explore some of our interesting neighborhoods. This tour is for residents, families, and visitors who are looking for the activities to do that are safe, fun and insightful.

Juneteenth and Beyond is a Black owned and operated guided sightseeing and tourism business. We are amazing, passionate, professional, and knowledgeable about Galveston's African American culturally rich sites! It was founded by Dr. Araminta Coleman Sorrell, a native of Washington, D.C. who loves Galveston and its glorious history, especially its Black history. Juneteenth and Beyond is Galveston's very first African American guided history tour franchise.

The tour will commence at the Independence Visitor's Center with an introduction to the topic of Black History during the colonial period. You will hear about the role that Black Americans played in the founding of the nation. The group will continue to the President’s House and hear about the 9 enslaved people who were held there. The group will hear about Martha Washington's handmaid who ran away to escape slavery. The next stop is Congo Square where people of African descent held celebrations. It is also a potter's field where free and enslaved Africans are still buried to this day. The next stop is Mother Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church. You will hear about the liberation of a woman whose slave owner attempted to abduct her back into slavery and the trial of her rescuers. You will also see the traditional sites of Independence Hall, liberty bell, Congress Hall, and much more

The American Revolution was dramatic, gritty, and full of uncertainty- an era of unparalleled political and social upheaval, even by today’s standards. Museum visitors are invited to explore this rich and complicated era and its connections to our world today. Located just steps away from Independence Hall, the Museum serves as a portal to the region’s many Revolutionary sites, sparking interest, providing context, and encouraging exploration. HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE – Two-day admission – Introductory film, available in English and Mandarin, exploring the drama of the American Revolution – Audio tours highlighting key artifacts and stories in our galleries are available in English, Spanish, and French. – Printed museum maps and guides available in English, Spanish, French, German, Mandarin, Vietnamese, and Japanese. – Special exhibits are always included with your admission! – Museum shop featuring unique gifts, books, and artifact reproductions.

This tour reflects the history and achievements of African Americans, the highlights, the struggles and the prominence of the black culture within Atlanta. The African American culture tour will give you a proper perspective on life as an African American living in the early 1900s and present. This tour is for all who loves and are passionate in African American history and culture. This tour is perfect for the times we are living in now. knowing your history protects the present and the future! This is a private car tour that's perfect for locals and visitors alike. See our reviews to get a sense of what to expect on your tour!

Visit Jamestown Settlement and the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown and immerse yourself in American Colonial history. This combo ticket provides 7 consecutive days of unlimited admission to each of historical attractions that are also connected by a 23-mile long scenic Colonial Parkway. You will have an incredible adventure imagining what life used to be like when you visit Jamestown Settlement and the American Revolution Museum at Yorktown.

Durham is a special site in the African American experience. The city served as a thriving hub of business and commerce, an economic refuge, and a symbol of progress. Visitors like W.E.B. DuBois and Booker T. Washington marveled at the city as a model for the black middle class, and it's no wonder why when you learn what Durham's African American population achieved: from the foundation of the largest black-owned company of the 20th Century to the formation of a brick-making juggernaut that physically built much of the city, and much, much more. Durham also hosts "Parrish Street", the best preserved "black business district" in the country, an attraction that leaves quite the impression. This tour is hosted by a local historian who wants to share his love of Durham's history with you. Travel between these sites and gain a new perspectives on the triumphs and challenges of Durham's history.

Walk by the American's 3 most famous sites: The White House where the President lives, the Capitol Building where Congress meets and the Washington Monument where memories of the nation's first president. At the end of your walking tour, your tour guide will give a reserved tickets for one of the African American National Museum there will be no guided tour inside, you will explore it at your own pace. This is not an official Smithsonian tour. Customers booking this tour are paying for UTG Experience's services and perspective, which is independent of and may not represent the views of the Smithsonian.

Auburn Avenue African American All Inclusive Tour is designed to give guests an overview of Black life and culture in Atlanta, starting from Juneteenth/Emancipation Day,1865 to Atlanta modern Civil Rights Movement, 1965. Heavy emphasis will be placed on Rosenwald educational system for Black students in Atlanta and Booker T Washington who was known as the Great Black Educator. Come and see the relationship between Alonzo Herndon, George Washington Carver, and Julius Rosenwald Foundation. Guests will see Atlanta Historic Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU), Georgia's first Black public high school and America's first Black city park. Booker T Washington High School was the first black public high school in Georgia and the first Black school in the Atlanta Public School System. Come and see how Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Grandfather organized the community to create a public high school for Black students in Atlanta. This same school is where Dr. Martin Luther King attended.

Meet your local Tour guide for an amazing evening walking tour of 2H and learn about African American history and heritage in D.C. Explore the U Street “Black Broadway” who was once truly the heart of Black culture in America, attracting locals and visitors for an unparalleled music and nightlife scene. It’s also the birthplace of celebrated DC hero, jazz musician Duke Ellington. Until the 1920s, the U Street Corridor was home to the nation's largest urban African-American community, this section of the city is as vibrant as ever, anchored by the lively 14th Street corridor to the west and the refurbished Howard Theatre bordering the Shaw neighborhood to the east, where a towering sculpture in reverence to Ellington stands. Food is eclectic and exciting. One of the best ways to experience food from soul food to Italian to the world-famous Ben’s Chili Bowl and uniquely, on the eastern end, you’ll the area known as “Little Ethiopia” for its concentration of residents from that country

Explore the history of Winston-Salem's African American community in the historic factory district and Depot Street neighborhood. This tour covers the rise of Winston-Salem's African American community, its accomplishments, some of its most interesting individuals, and how it coped with and challenged the perils of segregation.

Join us for a powerful guided tour exploring two iconic Smithsonian museums—the National Museum of American History and the National Museum of African American History and Culture. We'll begin at the American History Museum, where you'll see the Star-Spangled Banner, First Ladies’ gowns, and exhibits that trace the nation's development. Then, we’ll journey to the African American History and Culture Museum to uncover stories of resilience, creativity, and influence—from slavery and the civil rights movement to Black excellence in music, sports, and the arts. This tour offers a rich, thought-provoking look at America through multiple lenses. Perfect for history lovers, students, and curious minds.

Come on to our history of black Americans tour presented by Junket! We often learn the history and stories of heroes of the American Revolution and the early history of America. What isn't often covered in history classes and history books is the story of African Americans who were enslaved during this time. On this unique tour, we'll discover the stories of African Americans who lived and worked in Colonial Williamsburg. From the slaves buried in the graveyard of the Historic First Baptist Church, to the woman who left property to her freed black servants, you'll uncover the untold stories of the oppressed, and their path to freedom.

Experience the rich African American history of Martha’s Vineyard. Your experienced tour guide will talk about the graveyard and the formation of the NAACP on MV, as well as the connection between the Vineyard’s Grace Church and the one in Mississippi. At North Road, you will hear about Rebecca Amos, her daughter Nancy, and great grandson William Martin. In Menemsha, you’ll hear about the Wampanoag’s helping slaves escape. And in Edgartown you will hear more about Nancy and William Martin, and the Chappaquiddick Plantation. And finally, the Overton House, and its connection to the Civil Rights movement. Your African American Heritage tour includes driving by and/or stopping: • Cottager’s Corner • the Tivoli (which used to be Aunt Georgia’s) • Bradley Square Memorial Church • Bunny Cottage, • Dorothy West house • Coleman Corners • Shearer Cottage. It takes almost 2.5 hrs to drive the island. You will be stopping at several sites for pictures and to experience the rich history

Why Choose Our Tours? Our tours offer a one-of-a-kind experience in the vibrant City of Memphis. With years of expertise and a deep passion for this remarkable place, we provide an immersive journey through its rich culture and history. Meet Your Tour Guide: Jackie Murray Your guide, Jackie Murray, has been honored as the runner-up in the esteemed Memphis Pick Awards for both 2022 and 2023, recognizing her dedication and expertise. Jackie’s unique blend of talents as an actress and singer sets our tours apart from the rest. An Unforgettable Experience What makes our tours truly special is the magical touch Jackie brings with her background in performing arts. Throughout the journey, history comes to life as she serenades guests with captivating songs and embodies iconic historical figures. This enchanting experience transports you to another era, making your tour of Memphis truly unforgettable.