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- English
Step back into 1960 and walk the very streets where a group of disciplined, courageous college students changed the course of American history. This immersive audio journey reveals how Nashville became the strategic heart of the Civil Rights Movement. You will discover the secret basement workshops where nonviolence was weaponized, stand where the first lunch counter sit-ins sparked national outrage, and trace the footsteps of a silent, 4,000-person march that brought a city's mayor to a moral reckoning. This is not just a history tour; it is a masterclass in the power of ordinary people to dismantle extraordinary injustice.
- A 1.6 km self-guided tour with 4 stops over 60 min
- Ideal for travelers interested in Power, Protest and Civic Spaces and History and Memory
- Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals
- Matching audio content, AI guide and navigation through the app
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
From Nashville's main station, take local public transport toward First Baptist Church, Capitol Hill. Get off at the nearest stop and walk the final few minutes to First Baptist Church, Capitol Hill, Nashville, United States. Check the current local connection on the day of travel.
From Davidson County Courthouse, walk to the nearest public transport stop and travel back to Nashville's main station. The departure point is Davidson County Courthouse, Nashville, United States. Check the current local connection on the day of travel.
Itinerary
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The spiritual and strategic genesis of the Nashville sit-in movement, where students trained in nonviolent direct action.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
The site of the most famous lunch counter sit-ins, where students faced brutal violence with unwavering nonviolent discipline.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Nashville Witness Walls
A powerful sculptural installation honoring the ordinary citizens who risked everything for civil rights.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
The climax of the movement, where Diane Nash confronted the Mayor and secured the desegregation of Nashville.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- 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.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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