Durham African-American Historic Walking Tour

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1 hour (approximately)
Offered in: English

Durham is a special site in the African American experience. The city served as a thriving hub of business and commerce, an economic refuge, and a symbol of progress. Visitors like W.E.B. DuBois and Booker T. Washington marveled at the city as a model for the black middle class, and it's no wonder why when you learn what Durham's African American population achieved: from the foundation of the largest black-owned company of the 20th Century to the formation of a brick-making juggernaut that physically built much of the city, and much, much more.

Durham also hosts "Parrish Street", the best preserved "black business district" in the country, an attraction that leaves quite the impression.

This tour is hosted by a local historian who wants to share his love of Durham's history with you. Travel between these sites and gain a new perspectives on the triumphs and challenges of Durham's history.

What's Included

A historian-guided tour of Durham's African American History.
Bottled water

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We meet in front of the bronze bull statue in CCB Plaza

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour (approximately)
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    Travelers will encounter a path of sites closely linked to the heart of Durham's African American community, including the W.T Blackwell Factory, the former site of Merrick-Wright Barbershop, Mutual Life Tower, the M&F Bank Building, and much more.

    1 hour • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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