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2.5 Hours Essence of Memphis African American History Tour

2.5 Hours Essence of Memphis African American History Tour

Overview

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.

City: Memphis

Mon 23 Dec

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Starting at $66.00

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Mon 23 Dec

Starting at $66.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

All taxes, fees and handling charges

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
3 person minimum required.
Dress code is smart casual
This tour does not stop for guests to visit museums. Visits can be made at your leisure on your own. We will drive by sites with narration.
Hand sanitiser available to travellers and staff

What To Expect

National Civil Rights Museum - Lorraine Motel

From our vehicle you will see the balcony of the Lorraine Motel, room 306 where Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was assassinated on April 4, 1968. This is also the location of the National Civil Rights Museum.

Slave Haven / Burkle Estate Museum

This was once the home of Jacob Burkle, a German immigrant who chose to participate in the Underground Railroad. This home was a stop on the Underground Railroad and is now a museum.

Beale Street

We will tell you the "rest of the story" about this most iconic street. Once referred to as the Negro Mainstreet USA.

Historic Mason Temple

This is the world headquarters for the Church of God in Christ. It was here where Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. gave his last speech, "I've Been to the Mountaintop" less than 24 hours before he was assassinated.

Clayborn Temple

It was in this church, built in the late 1800's, Sanitation Workers gathered to strategize the strike that caused Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. to come to Memphis.

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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Reviews (98)

Annette R M

Oct 2017

In planning our trip to Memphis, I searched for Places to see in Memphis and this was one of the many choices that we had to choose from. I have to say that we were very pleased that we chose the African American History Tour. Ms Queen, who was our tour guide from A Tour of Possibilities was very knowledgeable and an exceptional tour guide. We must say that this is a tour that every one should see. CC and Annette M

Audra S

Jul 2017

Queen is a star and welcomes you to the tour with a hug!
The tour content is very informative and humbling, covering not just distant history slavery but recent history also. We stopped at the COGIC church and were able to go inside, this is the church where Martin Luther King made his final speech on April 3rd 1968, and were able to stand in the pulpit that he stood in to make said speech.
Queen has another tour which includes the Slave Haven, I believe. She is such a good tour guide that a whole day tour including entry to COGIC, Slave Haven and Lorraine Hotel would be amazing - if she has that available I'd advise to take that - otherwise this tour is still a definite must.

Response from Host

Sep 2019

Thank you so much for this awesome review. Sorry it has taken so long to respond.

RONA C

Jun 2017

She really is the Queen of Memphis tours, even if she's from the Bronx! Our family enjoyed her professional and entertaining guidance through the African American history of Memphis, and were moved and inspired and educated by her presentation. We highly recommend this overview tour to anyone who has two hours to spend.

Response from Host

Sep 2019

Thank you for this awesome review! So sorry it has taken so long to respond.