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Private Walking Tour: Hidden Jewish Origins of Harlem

Private Walking Tour: Hidden Jewish Origins of Harlem

Overview

Before Harlem became the epicenter of the African American experience it was a Jewish immigrant neighborhood. The Gershwin Brothers, Rodgers and Hammerstein, Milton Berle, Lane Bryant, Sophie Tucker and many many more got their starts in Jewish Harlem at the dawn of the 20th century.

The neighborhood is filled with synagogues, theaters, nickelodeons, department stores built by Jews for Jews that have been turned into churches, movie theaters, music venues, and political gathering sites that played a pivotal role in modern American history from the Great White Way to the Civil Rights movement. Harlem exemplifies the great "melting pot" of modern America.

City: New York City

Mon 18 Nov

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Starting at $478.73

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Mon 18 Nov

Starting at $478.73

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
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

What To Expect

Apollo Theater

Hear the history of one of the world's most famous performance venues.

Cancellation Policy

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

Reviews (1)

sarahcG9180LU

Sep 2022

We had an amazing experience with our 7th grade class of students, parents, and teachers. Jonathan was an excellent guide and we all learned so much about the neighborhood! Thank you.

Response from Host

Sep 2022

It was such a pleasure to host your class! We'd love to explore more with you! Thanks so much!