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New Orleans : African American Heritage Walking Tour

New Orleans : African American Heritage Walking Tour

Overview

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.

City: New Orleans

Wed 11 Jun

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Starting at $29.00

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Wed 11 Jun

Starting at $29.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

TOUR GUIDE

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
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What To Expect

Congo Square

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.

French Quarter

We will walk at the French Quarter in the theme of African American culture and history. Learn from where come traditions of voodoo, dance, Jazz music, Creole food & architecture

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews (16)

Mikhiela_S

Jul 2024

This was worth the time. Mika was knowledgeable, patient and accommodating. We rented a wheelchair so my mom didn't have to walk. We all learned so much.

Michelle_K

Jun 2024

He had a great time with Meka. She perfectly balanced the seriousness and complexity of history with easy conversation and good rapport. She definitely had a plan and taught us new things, but also engaged with us and did not seem bothered by the ways we derailed her. This was an excellent tour with loads of walking, but also thoughtful touches like photos and bathroom stops.

Lisa_O

Jun 2024

We had a great time on this fascinating walking tour. Our guide Mika was knowledgeable, enthusiastic, engaging and friendly. Mika imparted her extensive knowledge in an entertaining and relaxed manner whilst being totally respectful of the subject matter. We enjoyed the conversation and company of the other 2 participants and highly recommend this tour.