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Vancouver once had a thriving Black community, and you should know about it. This immersive walking tour through Strathcona and the former Hogan’s Alley uncovers the untold stories of British Columbia’s first Black settlers, tracing their migration, resilience, and lasting cultural impact.
This experience combines archival materials, primary documents, and lived experience to bring history vividly to life. Guests receive access to a digital archive of photos and historic articles curated from much research in British Columbia’s archives.
You’ll reflect on how these histories connect to present-day realities for Black Canadians, and to our shared humanity.
More than a tour, this is a visionary journey of remembrance and understanding, delivered with warmth, professionalism, and a passion for truth. Every step offers a rare blend of academic insight, emotional storytelling, and five-star hospitality, ensuring a meaningful and unforgettable experience for visitors and locals alike.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
We will meet at the entrance of Pacific Central Station.
The Jimi Hendrix Shrine in Vancouver is a cultural tribute located in the Chinatown area, formerly the site of Vie's Chicken and Steakhouse where Hendrix's grandmother worked.
Itinerary
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We begin at Pacific Central Station, completed in 1919, where Black porters from Hogan’s Alley once worked the railways with pride and skill. Here we explore their quiet but vital role in shaping Vancouver’s early growth and the stories of resilience behind the station’s history.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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At Trillium Park Playground, we explore the first Black migration to British Columbia through archival photos and stories of Vancouver’s early Black community including Hogan’s Alley, set against sweeping views of the city skyline and surrounding mountains.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Vancouver Downtown
We continue through the former site of Hogan’s Alley, where echoes of Vancouver’s Black community still remain. We pause by the historic Fountain Chapel and uncover the stories, spirit, and legacy woven into this once vibrant neighbourhood.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Vancouver Downtown
As we continue through Hogan’s Alley, we pass remaining historic homes and arrive at the Georgia Dunsmuir Viaduct, where we reflect on the community that once thrived here and the lasting impact of its transformation.
25 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5Vancouver Downtown
We conclude in Strathcona along Union Street, tracing the legacy of Hogan’s Alley and stopping at the Jimi Hendrix Shrine, reflecting on the music, culture, and community that once thrived at the heart of Vancouver’s Black history.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
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
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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