The Black Journey: An African-American History Walking Tour of Philadelphia

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Philadelphia, USA

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Overview

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

What's Included

  • In-Person Guide
  • Gratuity
  • Hotel pickup not offered

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Independence Visitor Center, 599 Market St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA

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Please meet the guide holding a "Black Journey Tour" sign outside of the Market Street entrance in front of the Independence Visitors Center.

End point

Commodore John Barry Statue, 111 S Independence Mall W, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA

What To Expect

Independence Hall (Pass By)

Congress HallOld City HallFirst U.S. Supreme Court BuildingAmerican Philosophical Society MuseumLibrary HallThomas Jefferson GardenFirst Bank of U.S.Second Bank of U.S.Carpenter's HallIndependence SquareWashington SquareTomb of the Unknown Revolutionary War SoldierBicentennial Moon TreeJohn Todd HouseBishop White HouseDock CreekMerchant's ExchangeCity TavernGuided tour will also identify the former locations for a number of historical locations of importance including:Philadelphia Prison SiteBenjamin Rush House SiteQuaker Meeting House SiteQuaker School Site
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The President's House

This is the house where the first two president's lived as well as 9 enslaved individuals.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Liberty Bell Center (Pass By)

This is the bell that sat atop of Independence Hall. It was a symbol for the abolition movement.
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Congress Hall (Pass By)

Join the Black Journey to hear the significant to Black history on the tour!
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Washington Square

Join the Black Journey to hear the significant to Black history on the tour!
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Mother Bethel A.M.E. Church (Pass By)

Join the Black Journey to hear the significant to Black history on the tour!
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Additional Info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-130374P1

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