Lost Stories of Black Charleston Walking Tour

Overview

Listen to the lost stories of black Charleston on this 2-hour walking tour. Hear forgotten folktales and learn about the heroes and heroines who were left out of the history books. Gain more understanding about Charleston's role in the nation's history on this enthralling walking tour.

City: Charleston

Sat 07 Jun

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Starting at $35.00

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Sat 07 Jun

Starting at $35.00

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What's Included

Experience Mother Emanuel A.M. E. Church stories that have faded from memory over the centuries.

Walk by historical Charleston sites such as Old Slave Mart Museum and the Heyward-Washington House

Tours narrated by writer, historian, educator, and licensed tour guide, Damon Fordham

2-hour Lost Stories of Black Charleston Walking Tour

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult

What To Expect

Tour Charleston

"IF THESE STREETS COULD TALK..." and now they will. Author, historian, educator and licensed tour guide, Damon Fordham combines his powerful blend of artful storytelling with solid historical and personal perspective.

Charleston City Market

Visit sites starting with the Charleston City Market, a historic marketplace located in downtown Charleston. Then, head on to Jehu Jones Hotel, Catfish Row (of Porgy and Bess fame).

Heyward-Washington House

Pass by the Heyward-Washington House which belonged to Thomas Heyward Jr., a signer of the United States Declaration of Independence.

Old Slave Mart Museum

Old Slave Mart Museum is the building that once held slave auction galleries, located in downtown Charleston.

Charleston Waterfront Park

See and hear about lesser known places where heroes and heroines made history...but missed the history books. Walk the path from slavery through Reconstruction to civil rights. End by walking along the beautiful Charleston Harbor through Waterfront Park. Discover the forgotten stories of black Charleston on this captivating walking tour.

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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 (365)

frannythetraveler1

Mar 2025

This was such an insightful and engaging walking tour. This tour was exactly the type of experience I love to seek out when traveling—one that uncovers concealed Black stories while also celebrating beauty, excellence, and resilience beyond the lens of hardship and slavery. I booked this tour last minute because I wanted to leave Charleston on a more uplifting note, considering I took another Black history tour that focused almost exclusively on slavery. I truly appreciated how Dr. Fordham masterfully wove together history, music, and storytelling to create such a rich and immersive experience. It was both informative and inspiring, and I left with a deeper appreciation for the area and its history. There are sooooo many tours in Charleston and several Black history tours, you MUST take this one!

Jessica_S

Feb 2025

This was tour was awesome! Our tour guide Damon was very informative and entertaining. I would highly recommend this tour for all age groups.

Response from Host

Feb 2025

Thank you!! We love to hear from our guests! Try our other experiences next time you are in town!

Tore_K

Feb 2025

This is a fantastic walking tour of the streets of Charleston, SC. We learned tons about Charleston's past and present from our very knowledgeable tour guide. Highly recommended for anyone who is looking to connect the past to the present and the present to the past.

Response from Host

Feb 2025

Thank you! We love being able to offer this tour and are lucky to have a guide like Damon!