Afro-Cultural Braids Museum

3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Enjoy a welcome drink upon entering our Blessing Afro Cultural Museum. There will be a fascinating 30-minute interactive talk about the Afro history of Cartagena and how our ancestors used braids as secret codes of freedom. Then, I participated in a 30-minute practical braiding workshop to learn the technique. To finish, our experts will do the hairstyle you choose on your hair (such as Boho Braids or traditional styles).

What's Included

Interactive Afro-cultural class & practical braiding workshop
Hair braiding with choice of design (including Boho Braids)
Complimentary Colombian welcome drink

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Getsemani Cll Tripita y media

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What to expect

Experience a unique cultural immersion at the Afro Cultural Museum of Blessing Getsemani. Enjoy a welcome drink while starting "The Route of the Trenzao," a 60-minute experiential journey in two parts: Memory Space (30 min): An interactive talk about Afro-descendant history, maroonage, and the secret codes of braids as maps of freedom (El Hundido, Zig Zag, Carrileras).Meeting Space (30 min): A practical workshop where you will learn the basic technique of three-braid weaving. To finish, our experts will style your hair with the braid of your choice (such as Boho Braids or traditional styles) so you can carry the culture with you.

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
Supplied by Blessing - Barbershop - Nails spa - Braids - Hair salon - massagge - Tattoo
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Tags

Historical Tours
Art Classes
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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

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